I Do Not Own Naruto Only This Idea.
~Uchiha Household~ 4:24am~
Sasuke's eyes continued to stare at the white ceiling above him as the information from last night replayed. He had gotten possibly three hours of sleep, the idea of an Uchiha being behind Kankuro's shooting keeping him awake. He needed answers and the only person he knew that would have them was his father.
Exhaling through his nose heavily Sasuke cut his gaze from the ceiling to Sakura. Deep even breathing filled the room as Sakura lie on her side, one thin arm draped across Sasuke's toned stomach. Smirking, Sasuke reached to brush back pink hair that covered his wife's face.
Sasuke allowed himself to watch his wife sleep for a few more moments before he gently moved her arm and climbed from bed. Bending down Sasuke retrieved his sweatpants from the floor and walked across the room. Casting Sakura one last glance he stepped from the room knowing that she wouldn't wake for another few hours. Walking down the hallway Sasuke maneuvered in the early morning darkness toward Sadara's room. On rare occasions Sadara would be up before the sun like her father.
Quietly Sasuke pushed open Sadara's door a crack and found her still sound asleep.
Stepping back from the door Sasuke turned to go downstairs. Reaching the kitchen Sasuke put a pot of coffee together before taking his cell from his sweatpants, sighing heavily he hit the speed dial to his father. Sasuke knew his father well enough to know the man would be up so he didn't feel bad when the first ring sounded. When he was younger Sasuke always wondered why his father would wake up so early now as the CEO and Head of the family Sasuke understood it perfectly. Being responsible for so many things didn't allow time to sleep in.
After two more rings a gruff voice filled the speaker.
"Good morning Sasuke. What has you calling me at this hour?"
Sasuke didn't waste time with formalities and immediately voiced his question. "Is there anyone in the family or associated with the family that goes by Obito?"
"As the family Head Sasuke that's your job to know." Fugaku's voice was full of scorn, Sasuke clutched the phone in annoyance.
"Yes father I understand the wonderful duties you gave me. However, as the previous family Head you are more likely to have heard of an Obito Uchiha and know about him. I never knew there was someone in the family even named Obito so enlighten me on this matter. He has produced and act of war against Suna and apparently plans to take over all three head family cities. So like you've pointed out now that I am the Head of this family it's my job to know this guy and it's my job to stop him. This man is threatening ten years of peace and I'm not about to have him shit on my front yard." Sasuke spoke calmly as he poured a cup of coffee.
Silence filled the receiver for a few moments before Fugaku spoke.
"Obito was Madara's apprentice learning all the tricks and trades of the early days as a young child. As Obito neared 18 he expected Madara to pass the torch to him instead as you know it went to me. Not having the Head position made Obito backlash against the family once Madara died. Anger and hatred drove Obito to insanity and he became unstable, as a result he was blacklisted from the family. After he left no one cared to go looking for him and we later would assume he died, and so Obito Uchiha slowly faded away. No one spoke of him and soon he was a thing of the past."
Sasuke leaned against the counter sipping his coffee while absorbing the information.
"Next time the family decides to black list someone make sure he's actually dead."
"Well if it is really Obito be prepared for anything. He was trained in the way Madara originally intended things to run and that's with one family controlling everything. Obito will more than likely attack all the Head families. If Suna was the first attacked I bet Garra is looking for someone's head on a platter, and if that is the case make sure he understands the Uchiha family is not affiliated with Obito."
Sasuke grunted in response while he watched the sun finally rise above the back yard tree lining.
"Just be warned Sasuke. Obito will be coming to hurt the Uchiha family the most for his retribution, make sure you are prepared. He's nothing you've dealt with before."
Fugaku ended the call after he spoke and Sasuke was left in the silent kitchen to sort through his new problem.
A few moments of different scenarios flashed through Sasuke's mind rising more questions than answers before his phone came to life.
"Uchiha."
"Calling with the report sir."
"What's the word Kakashi?"
"All informants had nothing new to tell us. Seems this new Obito person knows how to keep hidden in the underground. I talked with Akatsuki and even they have come up with noting on this Obito Uchiha, I think it's very possibly he has an alias to use while in hiding.
"Then we need to find out what that alias is before anything else happens. Obito was blacklisted from the Uchiha family long ago, with that said put a bounty out for any information on him or better yet I want a bounty out for his head. This shit stops sooner rather than later. Update all the family associates and keep looking for him."
"You got it. Oh and Sai is having issues with Chiyo again, apparently she broke into his house last night and Sai had to sleep in his car."
Sasuke sighed in annoyance, "I'll try to make time to talk with her today if I don't Sai will just have to deal with being groped by the old hag. Chiyo is reaching the age of kicking the bucket so he needs to suck it up or let the old woman have her weird way with him."
Kakashi's laugh filled the receiver as Sasuke ended the call, running a hand through dark hair he reached from another cup of coffee. It was only six in the morning and already he wanted to punch someone in the face.
Creaking floorboards had Sasuke tearing his gaze toward the kitchen doorway. A disheveled seven year old scrubbed sleep from her eyes as she walked to the fridge. Sasuke silently watched his half asleep daughter in amusement, she was as graceful as her mother in the morning.
Sadara stood with the fridge door open blindly staring at the contents for several moments before shutting the door empty handed.
"Not finding what you're looking for?" Sasuke's voice had Sadara shrieking in surprise.
"Holy crap dad how long have you been standing there? You gave me a heart attack!"
"I've been standing here the entire time. What were you looking for?"
"Nothing." Sadara's dark gaze found the floor as she shifted uncomfortably on her feet.
Sasuke's lips formed a line before a thought stuck him, "Want pancakes?"
Sadara's gaze snapped back to her father a large smile pulling to her features, "Really?"
"Really really. We can make some before your mother wakes up. Grab the milk from the fridge."
Sadara gleefully reopened the fridge to gather the milk and a few other things. Sasuke smiled and pushed all thoughts regarding Obito temporarily out of his mind, right now Sadara was all that mattered.
Sakura was pulled from her sleep as the smell of burning food tickled her senses. Green eyes snapped open and Sakura raced to pull on one of Sasuke's button down shirts before rushing toward the kitchen. Stopping fast Sakura half expected to see the kitchen in flames instead the backs of her daughter and husband stood near the stove. Releasing a sigh of relief Sakura watched as Sasuke struggled to open a window while Sadara stood on a chair flipping a burnt pancake.
Sakura leaned against the doorframe smiling at the rare picture of daughter and father bonding.
"That one's not too bad, try flipping the next one a little sooner. I'll start the bacon so keep it up." Sasuke spoke as he unwrapped the bacon, Sadara had a large smile plastered to her features.
"Do you think mom will be happy we made food?"
"Yes mom will be very happy." Sakura spoke as she came up behind Sadara and hugged her.
Sasuke kissed the top of his wife's head, and for that brief moment they were a normal family making breakfast together. After the early morning meal Sadara went upstairs to get ready for school leaving her parents to be alone in the kitchen.
"You got up rather early this morning." Sakura spoke over the rim of her coffee cup eyeing Sasuke as he looked down at his phone.
"Had to call my father and have a few blanks filled in. Apparently Obito Uchiha was disowned by the family long ago, and since he's running around rogue he can be free game as far as I'm concerned. Garra will be looking for blood anyways so if he can find Obito first he can have him. I honestly don't care as long as this situation is dealt with."
Sakura and Sasuke sat in silence for some time allowing the news to permeate the air.
"Do you think he'll be able to actually take on all the city leaders?"
"From what my father said it would seem very possible. Not only do I expect this guy to try wrecking the three cities but I wouldn't be surprised if he came close to succeeding. Madara gained power and controlled people through any means necessary. Obito learned directly from Madara before the old man died and if Obito still lives by those rules then he could very well be the undoing of this peace."
Pink eyebrows pulled together in confusion, "If he is such a threat why wait until now?"
Sasuke cut Sakura a steady look, "That's exactly what I wondered too."
Before another word could be spoken Sadara walked back into the kitchen eyeing her suddenly quiet parents. "What?"
Sakura smiled at her daughter before stepping away from the counter, "Give me five minutes to get dressed and I'll drop you off to school."
Sadara shifted on her feet anxiously, pink tinging her ears as she spoke. "You don't have to mom, Naruto is coming over with Bolt and said they'll give me a ride." Sasuke's dark eyes shot toward his daughter in concern.
"When did Bolt start texting you?" Sasuke eyed his daughter questionably as Sakura shoved him lightly.
"Don't mind your father Sadara. Why don't you go unlock the door? They should be arriving soon."
Sadara avoided her father's gaze as warmth crept into her cheeks and made a mad dash to the front door.
Sakura waited until her daughter was out of earshot before turning annoyed green eyes on her husband, "Would it kill you to not act like that?"
A dark brow quirked up in confusion, "Like what? I just wanted to know when she actually wanted to spend time with the idiot's kid."
Sakura's lips pulled into a thin line as she gave Sasuke the 'don't play stupid' look.
"They get along better than you think. And since you're always at work you wouldn't realize it, but Sadara has formed a sort of crush toward Bolt."
Sasuke's eye brows shot into his hair line, "What are you saying exactly?"
"Sasuke stop trying to act stupid. If Sadara has a crush then let her. Don't try to intervene and be….well you."
"Naruto and I will have to have a discussion later."
Sakura groaned while shaking her head, "That's what I meant by being you. Sasuke having crushes at her age is normal and she doesn't need you making it awkward, so just let it go.
Sasuke's eyes narrowed, "Fine." Sakura smiled in relief but it quickly fell from her lips when Sasuke continued, "But if he hurt her feelings I won't be very nice."
"Sasuke they're seven."
"So?"
Sakura threw up her hands in defeat sometimes there was no arguing or rationalizing with her husband. Sasuke followed his wife from the kitchen as the front door opened and in came two heads of shocking blond hair.
"What's up four eyes!?"
"Shut up!"
"Alright you two go wait in the SUV and try not to kill each other." Naruto spoke as the two kids continued to yell at each other on the way outside.
Naruto left the front door open and watched the two climb into the SUV before returning his gaze toward Sasuke and Sakura.
"Just wanted to let you know Hinata got a call from Neji last night, guess he'll be in Konoha later today."
Sasuke mutely shook his head in understanding, "I got a text earlier from him. I want you and Kakashi there with me tonight at eight, make sure everyone else knows that there will be a few Oto guests. We don't want anyone getting into a shootout over miscommunication."
Naruto shook his head before passing a big smile to Sakura and heading out.
After the door clicked closed Sakura and Sasuke both sighed heavily before Sakura spoke.
"Well I will head into work early so I can be home for Sadara. I'm guessing you'll be out most of the night?"
"Unfortunately. I have to head out actually in an hour to attend a budget meeting at the corporation so today is going to be a long day."
Sakura wrapped her arms around Sasuke's waist, "Well then you better take a shower first."
Sasuke smirked before kissing the top of her head, "I'd have you join me but I think we'd both be late."
"That's why I said you should go first."
~6:47pm~
Sasuke signed the last invoice on his desk for the day before standing and heading toward the office door. Loosening his tie he walked toward the elevator but stopped when his secretary called out.
"Sas-I mean Mr. Uchiha you had a call come in earlier and they left a message."
Turning back toward Karin Sasuke eyed her expectantly to continue.
"They didn't leave a name or business contact, but the note they left is rather cryptic. The man simply said to tell you may want to cancel your eight o'clock meeting. I tried ask the man to clarify but he hung up, I'm not sure what this means but I hope you understand it."
Sasuke's eyes narrowed dangerously, "I'll take care of it, and I suggest you get home Karin it's getting late."
"Yes sir."
Turning back toward the elevator Sasuke dug out his phone and called Kakashi who answered on the second ring.
"Yo?"
"I want all first ring associates pulled off of rounds tonight and stationed at the compound. Have Shino sweep for bugs. Kiba and Akamaru are to sweep the outside grounds and all vehicles before Neji and his crew get here. Neji is only bringing TenTen and Lee for backup so I want you guys all as security for this meet."
"You think Obito will make a move?"
"If the friendly anonymous call to my office is anything to go by then yes."
"Understood. I will make sure the guys are prepared accordingly."
"Good. I'm leaving the office now and should be there soon make sure everyone is ready before I get there."
Sasuke ended the call, tension settling into his body as he walked to the black SUV.
~7:54pm~
Sasuke idly played with his Rolex watch while pacing the compound entrance waiting for Neji to finally arrive. Sasuke's men all stood dressed in suits wandering the compound.
Naruto and Kakashi stood on either side of the compound doorway watching their boss calmly pace the sidewalk, Akamaru stood up from his position on the ground ears pulled forward intensely drawing the crew's attention down the street.
"Our guest has arrived." Sasuke spoke with an air of indifference as his first ring associates stood at attention.
A silver SUV slowly pulled up along the curbside as Sai and Kiba raced to open the front and rear doors.
Sasuke stood with his hands lazily in his pockets as three people emerged from the vehicle. Kiba whistled loudly and Akamaru came to his side, the large dog was then instructed to sniff the vehicle.
Neji snorted at the display before Naruto, Kakashi, and Sai patted down their guests looking for weapons when none were found the three men backed away.
"I don't remember you being so cautious Uchiha. What's got you scared?"
Cool dark eyes looked evenly into silver before speaking, "It's precautions I'm being forced to take, thanks to our new problem."
"Ah yes the one who shot poor Garra's brother. Isn't that your family who's responsible?"
Sasuke's eyes narrowed dangerously at the other man his voice dropping to arctic temperatures, "Obito was disowned by the Uchiha family, and it'd be wise for you to keep that in mind before you insult my family again. You're a guest in my city and I don't have the patience to deal with your shit tonight Hyuuga."
Neji was unfazed by the threat as his arm weaved around TenTen's waist as they walked into the compound. Sasuke stood outside a moment longer before he and his first ring followed inside the compound. Stepping inside Sasuke lead the way to the meeting room, Naruto and Kakashi following close behind their boss. Sasuke stopped at the meeting room door and gave a quick command.
"The rest of you stay out here this shouldn't take very long."
The remaining associates nodded in compliance before dispersing around the inside of the building.
Shutting the thick double doors Sasuke took a seat at the head of the table across from Neji, several moments of silence passed before the Hyuuga spoke.
"Let's get to the point of this meeting Uchiha."
"I would however I not the one who called this meeting. You are."
Neji leaned closer to the table threading his hands together, "Yes I have and it's in regards to this new problem. Obito Uchiha who not only bares your family name but has proposed an act of war not only to Suna but to all head cities. Do enlighten me on this new epidemic that has suddenly popped up. Is there some master plan you have to take over Oto and Suna? If that is the case let it-"
"Before you babble on any further let me restate this fact to you. Obito Uchiha was blacklisted from the Uchiha family long ago and has absolutely no ties to Konoha. I actually enjoy the peace the Heads have established and have no intentions of letting an ex-family member jeopardize that. I have already enlisted Akatsuki to score the underground for information and have placed a bounty out on this Obito character."
"You're selling out your own family now Uchiha? The domestic lifestyle is changing your once cold demeanor."
Sasuke glared murderously across the table, tangible anger filling the room.
"That's strike two Hyuuga. Insult my family one more time and I will happily display how changed my demeanor has become."
Naruto and Kakashi shifted closer to the sides of Sasuke's chair as Lee, Neji's left hand guard shot to his feet.
"How dare you throw around threats? Especially when your family name is already connected to some man hell bent on starting war."
Sasuke's expression was a blank mask waiting for Neji to reign in his loud mouthed guard.
"If your pets are quite finished interrupting official Head business we can discuss why you truly came here this evening. Also are you quite finished trying to piss me off because I really do not have tolerance left today."
Neji shot Lee a sharp look before clearing his throat.
"What kind of visit would this be if I didn't try pissing you off Uchiha? Anyways I would like to know more about the issue regarding Garra's brother and whatever information on Obito would also be appreciated."
"Kankuro's shooting is an issue I know for a fact you know all about and I refuse to waste time on old news. Obito Uchiha on the other hand has kept a very tight lifestyle and nothing has been discovered as of yet. Kakashi has suggested he may be working with an alias in order to keep hidden in the underground."
"What of the partner Zetsu?"
Sasuke undid his tie before speaking, "He is also a ghost when it comes to information, almost as if he manifested from the ground one day."
The room settled into a pregnant silence as information was absorbed, Neji would whisper to his two associates every so often. Leaning back into his chair Neji played with his cuff links as Sasuke spoke once more.
"Obito was the right hand apprentice of Madara Uchiha before the old man died and passed the chair to my father. Obito has been rogue for some time and if he chose to come back now it could only be to overtake all three main cities. As the Heads you, Garra, and myself need to be prepared for anything even if it means going beyond peace offerings."
A heartbeat of silence filled the room before Neji threw his head back with laughter, Sasuke felt his teeth click together in annoyance.
"You cannot be serious Uchiha. The three Head cities have never unified, what makes you think we will over one man? Oh Sasuke your wife must be some miracle worker to have you so whipped."
Sasuke was up off his chair before anyone could move and lunged across the table. Lean fingers fisted into dark long hair before Sasuke's other fist found purchase and bone snapped. Neji was knocked out of his chair and onto the floor in a coughing heap.
Naruto and Kakashi rushed to restrain the blindly pissed Mafia boss. Sasuke's chest heaved as he glared murderously at Neji who was being helped to his feet, blood coursing from his nose and staining a pristine white dress shirt.
"Oi Sasuke chill out!" Naruto shook Sasuke roughly snapping his attention away from Neji.
"I warned you Hyuuga." Sasuke's voice was low and menacing as he glared at the other man.
Neji laughed lightly as TenTen grabbed Lee's pocket handkerchief and tried stunting the blood flow.
"Yes you did and I achieved my goal. You are rash sometimes Uchiha and if we are going into a war against your own blood can you actually fight with the right side? You say you want to form a complete alliance among the three city Heads however if a simply insult toward your family has you flying off the handle how can you be trusted to stay truly committed. Garra and I have already decided to convene toward this alliance because you are right it is the smartest way to pull out of this war intact, however we fear you may waver when time comes to end your relations life."
"Obito means nothing to me or the Uchiha. You insulting the family I actually give a shit about is another scenario."
Neji's silver gaze narrowed on the Uchiha leader that was still eying him with raw loathing.
"Good then there shouldn't be anymore doubt. I will call Garra right now, looks like we have an international city alliance gentlemen. Good night Uchiha, expect a conference call later this week with Garra and myself so we can discuss more details for our desired course of action toward Obito."
Sasuke pulled away from the powerful grips of Naruto and Kakashi before straining his wrinkled suit and sliding off the table. Neji was followed out of the room by his two guards while on the phone.
Taking a deep breath Sasuke tried ridding himself of any lingering anger before stepping out of the meeting room. Neji, TenTen, and Lee stood near the middle of the compound encircled by Sasuke first ring.
"I just finished speaking with Garra he sounds accepting of the new alliance. Now if you'd be kind Uchiha order your men to stand down so that I may leave and go home."
Sasuke waved his hand in silent command making his men stand away from the Hyuuga family crew. As Neji headed to the door Sasuke followed him outside.
"No hard feelings Hyuuga but don't attempt to piss me off with every visit because I will gladly break your nose each time."
"It's fun to rile you up especially when I know just how to do it."
Sasuke crossed his arms over his chest as Neji neared the door of his SUV. All the first ring associates littered the sidewalk behind their boss as they waited for the Hyuuga to leave.
As the front door of the red SUV opened a high pitched peep filled the silent street before the entire vehicle exploded.
The shockwave hit everyone before heat and metal from the SUV scattered into the air. Everyone was lifted off their feet and thrown ten feet in different directions.
Sasuke felt his head crack off asphalt as he landed somewhere in the middle of the street, ringing in his ears cut through the fire alarm from the compound. Opening dark eyes slowly flames were the first thing to register in his hazy mind. The frame of the SUV was nothing but a black twisted heap of flaming metal. Dragging in a deep breath Sasuke drug his body into a sitting up position.
Looking around, bodies of his men littered closest to the compound, several of them were climbing back to their feet and helping each other. They all seemed to be fine but as Sasuke looked at the destroyed SUV once more he moved to start searching for Neji.
"Hyuuga!"
Kiba and Naruto turned to look at their boss as he limped toward the alley near the compound.
Sasuke pushed himself to move faster down the alley as the smell of blood overpowered the scent of burning metal. There halfway into the alley a body lay crimpled onto the ground, dropping to his knees Sasuke immediately searched for a pulse. Blood covered most of Neji's features and Sasuke's subconscious already knew the man wouldn't survive.
"Neji wake up dammit!"
Silver eyes cracked open to stare hazily at Sasuke. Neji opened his mouth to speak but only blood came out before a watery and weak voice sounded.
"You and I both know I won't make it. Kill him Sasuke. Kill Obito or risk all of our cities falling." A deep exhale followed those words and Sasuke sat for several moments silently holding the now dead body of Oto's Head boss. At that moment Sasuke knew there was no longer any doubt in his mind, Obito would die and he'd die by the hand of Sasuke himself.
Lifting his hand Sasuke softly closed unseeing silver eyes for the last time. Tearing his gaze away from Neji's pale face Sasuke took in the large piece of metal prodding from Neji's chest. Warm blood slowly soaked into dark dress pants for several heartbeats before Sasuke stood and looked toward the mouth of the alley. Several stares from his associates looked on before dropping their gazes in respect for the fallen leader.
A woman screamed in the distance drawing near. Sasuke's face was completely impassive as he shifted into his Mafia role while speaking.
"Don't let TenTen or Lee near this is not something for her to see. Shikamaru Take the remaining Hyuuga crew to our safe house on the west side to clean up and recoup before heading home. Kakashi call Garra immediately let him know what happened here, as of right now we are at war officially. Sai notify everyone here in Konoha and make a call to someone at Oto as well. The rest of you know the drill burn the compound and ditch all evidence in connection to us, regroup at the secondary warehouse."
Sasuke stood at the mouth of the alley as his men rushed to carry out his command one however remained standing in his spot next to Sasuke. Naruto continued to stare at Neji's body that was barely illuminated by the still burning SUV in the dark night.
"Naruto."
Sasuke's voice was low and careful as he eyed his best friend and right hand commander. Naruto didn't react to Sasuke's words instead his spoke, his voice filled with raw anger.
"This fucker is going to pay."
"Yea he will, but right now you need to go home to your wife and kids. Take a couple of days to be with your family."
"No. I need to find this-"
"Naruto!" Sasuke's firm tone finally snapped blue eyes away from the body. Sasuke and Naruto stood staring at one another for several heartbeats.
"Go home for now. Obito's time will come soon."
A muscle ticked away in Naruto's jaw as he eyed Sasuke, pain and anger rolling form the blonde's body in waves. Turning sharply in his heel Naruto walked stiffly down the sidewalk away toward one of the black SUVs parked down the street. Sasuke waited until the SUV peeled off down the street before running blood stained hands through his hair and releasing a string of colorful words.
~Uchiha Household~11:58pm~
Buzzing against a bedside table stired Sakura from her sleep, smacking around blindly in the dark she finally grabbed the phone.
"Ngh-Hello?"
"I'll be using the downstairs spare bathroom. Make sure Sadara is still asleep, I'm pulling into the garage now."
Sasuke ended the call leaving Sakura feeling more awake than ever. Getting out of bed Sakura quickly grabbed a pair of sweats for Sasuke before checking on Sadara. Walking downstairs Sakura came face to face with who she assumed to be Sasuke.
Blood and dirt smeared across Sasuke from head to toe. Dark hair matted against his right temple from dried blood, dirt and soot blackened his blue jacket and red dress shirt. Dark dress pants clung against toned legs with several tears and dried blood.
Sakura felt her breath stall now she understood why he wanted Sadara to still be asleep, he was a wreck. Sasuke ignored Sakura's horrified expression and walked to the spare bathroom while peeling away the ruined clothing.
"Is everyone alright?"
Sasuke finished taking off all of his cloths and threw them onto the white tiled bathroom floor before flipping on the shower. Wordlessly he climbed under the spray. Sakura set his sweatpants onto the bathroom sink counter before heading upstairs to grab her med supplies. Reentering the bathroom Sakura allowed silence to still fill the air as she took out serval supplies and Sasuke dried off.
"I was okay with the silence before but now you will answer me. What happened Sasuke?"
Sasuke eyed his wife steadily a smirk pulling to his lips, "That's a more loaded question than you realize. You should be asking what didn't happen, because the worst possible scenario happened tonight."
Green eyes locked onto a dark gaze expectantly awaiting for more elaboration. Sasuke leaned against the bathroom sink across from Sakura as he spoke.
"Neji Hyuuga died tonight in a car bombing and I have no doubt it was Obito. The explosion was large enough it almost took out every one at the compound however Neji was the only casualty. I've already called Akatsuki on the way home to look harder for leads because this war has escalated exceptionally in the last few hours."
"Who's going to step in for Oto?"
Sasuke laughed lightly and shook his head, "As of right now there may no longer even be an Oto. The Head chair position is chosen by the current Head and since Neji probably never chose his next in line Oto might be lost. If that is the case then Obito is already closer to succeeding in destroying the three cities."
"Then of only Suna and Konoha remain then you and Garra better but foot to ass and not let anything else slip. It's up to you two now."
"An alliance between the three cities had been agreed upon before the accident."
Sakura felt her eyes widen at the news of an alliance between the cities sank in.
"Do you think it will actually work?"
"I'll make it work." Sasuke's voice was full of finality as he turned to face the mirror. Sakura stepped into the bathroom and encircled her arms around her husband's waist from behind
The couple stood in silence for a few moments before Sakura made Sasuke turn back around so that she could look him over for wounds.
"How is Naruto?"
"I sent him home for a couple of days. I think losing Neji so early into this was just Obito making a point."
Sakura cut her gaze away from a deep cut on Sasuke's abdomen up to dark eyes, "What point would he be making besides the obvious?"
"Obito almost succeeded in killing Neji and the two guards along with me and my first ring. If he could almost do that then I believe my father when he said Obito will use any means necessary."
"Then you and Garra better be prepared to do the same thing right back."
Silence filled the bathroom for another long pause as Sakura finished up cleaning the cut along Sasuke's temple.
"In the morning I want you and Sadara at my parents."
"You're lucky Sadara's summer break started today or we'd have another problem."
"I'd still have you take her out of school. Sadara is a smart kid and excels past whatever they're teaching at school so I'm not worried about her falling behind."
Sakura shook her head lightly before reaching up on her tip toes to plant a chassed kiss. "Everything will work out."
"Obito will die. Even if it's the last thing I have to do, I will kill him before he jeopardizes my family or my city." Sasuke's voice was low and lethal as he spoke his deadly promise.
Sakura gazed at the man before her with a feeling of awe and pride. Underneath his soft kisses and gentle touch Sasuke would always be a deadly and lethal man protecting what was his. That trait along is what reminded Sakura why she'd always love him.
Bending to collect his ruined clothes Sasuke quickly walked to the garbage cans outside before returning inside and following his wife upstairs.
~Akatsuki Headquarters in Rain~
Ten people sat around a large board room table in silence before a member stood from his chair and began walking around the room. Itachi continued to walk around the room until he completed a full circle before speaking.
"I just received a call from Sasuke Uchiha and it seems Neji Hyuuga was killed earlier this evening in a car bombing. All Uchiha and Oto members present survived except for Neji himself. As of right now this Obito Uchiha is no longer just proposing war but has finally initiated it. We need to look harder. Use all and every tie in the underground to find this fucker before anyone-"
A man with long blond hair shot to his feet cutting off Itachi's words, "Just because we have an alliance to the Uchiha family does not mean we are their bitches. Who do you think you are Itachi? Demanding we look harder for the sake of a war we aren't even involved in!"
Itachi cut cold dark eyes to the loud blond. "Let me remind you of something Dederia. In fact let me remind all of you that if the three head cities fall so does the Akatsuki. Whether you all like it or not this war is just as much our problem as everyone else's.
Dederia the blond slowly sat down at the truth in Itachi's words.
A deep voice had all heads turning toward the head of the table as the Akatsuki leader Pein, a man with shocking orange hair spoke.
"Akatsuki controls the underground and if there is someone running around tipping the delicate balance then we need to find this person. Obito Uchiha is a dead man walking. Everyone needs to dig deeper into their informants. I don't care if it's a lead on flying pigs you are to follow up on it and find this man! Understood?"
The men in the room nodded in compliance to Pein's order before standing and leaving the room to begin work.
After several members vacated the room one man sat still at the table, dark short hair contrasted against the mask that covered over his features. Standing, the dark haired man pulled a cell phone from his pocket and dialed a number.
Dederia came back into the room eyeing the masked man with contempt, "Let's go Tobi. Stop being a shitty partner, I don't like you either but we have a job to do."
"Yes Dederia. Tobi will be right there." The dark haired man's voice was high pitched making the blond man cringe in annoyance before he turned to leave.
Walking toward the door the masked man brought the phone to his ear and waited, two rings filed the receiver before the line picked up.
"Yes sir?"
Tobi's earlier high pitched voice dropped to its normal deep and detached sound, "Zetsu I want you to lie low for the next few days. I will call you when it's time to begin the next phase or events. Understood?"
"Yes Obito."
"Good."
Ending the call Obito looked around the large room once more, a twisted smile went unseen behind the mask before the he finally walked out of the room.
AN:
I updated my profile page, but for those of you have not seen it I will restate an important announcement here:
Anarchy will be slow to update!
I am working on Anarchy and Dark Angel and trying to write two very different stories is a challenge. Dark Angel has more of my focus because I have hit a writer's block for Anarchy.
Anarchy will still be completed but time between chapters might be significant!
Sorry Y'all.