Luna: Hiya everyone -bows a bit- I would like to say I am sorry for not updating so soon but I have started year eleven and have been busy with school work.

LJ: -sitting on my bed behind me- don't forget to tell them you've been sick and now suffer minor depression -smiles cutely-

Luna: . . .that isn't something to be happy about, you know?

LJ: -shrugs- it's the truth

Luna: point. . . . anyhow I must admit I am still sick but I thought about my story and thought that people want to read this chapter so I started immediately -small smile-

LJ: enjoy guys!!!

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto

Chapter Three: The Funeral

Everyone was quiet except for the random sob or whisper. I wouldn't blame them though. We were at a funeral for crying out loud but it hit Kiba the hardest. He was silent the whole time, not shedding a tear or showing sadness, just staring blankly at the grave stones. I wrapped my arm around his shoulders and gave them a light squeeze causing him to look up. His eyes were blank as well so I gave him a slight smile, knowing it would do nothing. I was right when he smiled back and when it didn't reach his eyes. My smile immediately fell. Once the priest finished everyone walked up to the graves and gave their respect. I decided to let Kiba lay down his white rose as I let my arm fall from his shoulder. When he was done, I walked up to their grave and kneeled down to place my hand at the end.

"I'll take good care of him. . . . I won't let anyone hurt him" I whispered, my voice low enough that probably no-one would hear me. I stood once I finished then walked back to Kiba and hugged him tightly. It took him a couple of seconds before he finally hugged me back and started to cry. I rubbed his back lightly, hoping to sooth him.

"Naruto, their gone. All of them. My mother, father and Hana. . . . they're all dead" he muttered, his body trembling from his sobbing. I could tell his was crying by the fact that my shirt was getting damp. I held back my tears as I stared straight ahead, continuing to comfort him. I looked over the crowd and saw everyone either leaving or talking well more like sobbing. Everything was black. I glanced up at the sky and saw that it had darken while we were here. Just like everyone's mood. I looked back at Kiba as he settled down a bit but still clung to me. A flash of red caught my attention as I quickly looked in that direction and went into eye contact with Gaara. What is HE doing here?

"K-Kiba, I'm s-sorry to h-hear what happened t-to. . . ." I heard Hinata's famous stutter as I glanced in her direction then looked back but Gaara was gone. Damn. Kiba let go of me and stood back a bit then wiped his eyes.

"Hey Hinata, thanks for coming" Kiba mumbled, giving her a quick hug. She flashed a sad smile then looked at me. I nodded at her slightly then looked away.

"KIBA!!!" I looked over and saw Ino and Sakura come over, dragging Haku behind them. They quickly walked up to Kiba and gave him a quick hug. Well except Haku, he only nodded instead which Kiba returned. So all the prostitutes are all together now. This spelt trouble. My eyes scanned the crowds again, ignoring my 'friends' and Kiba, searching for Gaara.

"Looking for someone, Naruto?" I heard Haku ask, causing me to shake my head. I looked back at everyone and saw everyone looking at me. Haku had a smirk on his face, Ino and Sakura looked curious, Hinata just stared at me while Kiba looked suspicious. At least Kiba is back to his old self. An anime sweat fell down my forehead as they stepped a bit closer.

"Who was it Na-ru-to?" Ino asked, smirking a bit. Sakura giggled at my feared expression. I shook my head quickly now.

"I have NO idea what you guys are-" my defence stopped at once when I saw Gaara behind them at the end of the cemetery, leaning against the tree. He was clearly out of hearing range but not seeing. I gulped lightly.

"Well? Are you going to tell us now?" Sakura purred, batting her eyelashes. My glaze turned to my side as I tried to make sure now of them saw me looking at Gaara.

"Uh. . . . I gotta umm.... go now. SEE YA!!!" I yelled, already running off in the direction I was looking at. I stopped as soon as I got to the other side of our gathering for the funeral and made sure no-one was looking before I headed to where I last saw Gaara. Please still be there. My silent prayer was answered when I saw Gaara still there but instead of standing, he was sitting down against the tree. His outfit was a normal black suit except his jacket was off and his white shirt unbuttoned at the top. Oh god, his skin! My heart skipped a beat as he glanced in my direction and smirked a bit. I smiled in replied and continued to walk towards him. "May I join you?" I asked, my voice a mere whisper. A small blush fluttered to my cheeks. Gaara nodded and watched me as I sat down next to him. The silence was comfortable between us as I gazed at the crowd. I felt someone watching me and looked to see it was Gaara. My blush deepened.

"How is he?" Gaara asked, his voice low as he turned his gaze towards the sky.

"Huh?" my mind completely blank. Gaara chuckled lightly as he looked at me in the corner of his eyes. I was facing him now with my head tilted slightly.

"How is he?" he asked once again, slowly this time. Something clicked in my head as I realised what he was on about.

"Oh! Yeah, he is alright. Could be better, you know?" I replied, my blush slowly fading. Why is he here? "So. . . . why are you here?" I continued, curiosity clear in my voice.

"My sister was great friends with Hana. . . . so I came along to comfort her. I don't even know why, she never needs comforting but" he finished with a shrug as his eyes stared back at the sky. I looked up as well and saw that darker clouds were here now.

"I hope it rains. . . ." I said absently, not really paying attention to what I just said. I've always liked the rain. It always comforts me when something bad happens.

"And why is that?" Gaara replied, his voice soft and closer than before. I looked over at him and saw he was sitting closer than before, with his face close to mine. I squeaked a bit and fell back. "oh sorry. . . ." he continued, his expression blank. I shook my head quickly.

"Don't be, you only surprised me. That's all" I quickly took a deep breath before deciding to answer his question. "I like the rain because it comforts me when I am sad or when something bad happens" I saw Gaara nod slowly, his expression still blank.

"They say. When rains falls it washes away the blood and pain from someone who hurts, inside or out" he muttered, his voice monotone. I nodded as I let that sick in. Makes sense. I stood up and stretched a bit.

"Yeah well. I think I better head home, ok? See you later" I walked off a bit before stopping and turning back to Gaara. I went back to him and leaned down a bit. "Thanks for the little chat" I muttered before placing my lips upon his. I pulled back with the small blush back on my face then quickly walked off.

"Holy fuck" I heard someone saw causing me to look up. My eyes widen when I saw Kiba. "Did. . . did you just KISS Gaara?" he muttered once I reached, his voice low so no-one else can hear him. My blush deepened a bit as I looked down a bit then nodded.

"Yeah I did, now let's go home" I whispered, grabbing his arm and tugging him away. My blush brighter now as everyone looked at us weirdly.

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"How long have you been with Gaara?" Kiba asked for the fiftieth time. My left eye twitched as we entered our apartment. "Well? Answer me Uzumaki!" he demanded for the fortieth time. I sighed as I fell into the couch, burying my head into one of the cushions. An idea came to my mind as I quickly raised off the couch. A bit too quickly because I fell off the couch and landed on the ground. I stood up once I recovered and looked at Kiba then pointed at him.

"First tell me what happened to your family!" I shouted causing Kiba to sweat drop. I let my arm drop then rubbed the back of my neck nervously. Maybe that was a bit TOO loud. Kiba then sighed and leaned against the wall behind him, his eyes on the ground.

"I don't exactly know the whole story. All I know is what Hidan told me that morning when I tried to, you know. They got caught in a gang war, on their way to give me a 'surprise' visit. . . . but what Hidan said after he told me that still hurts" he mumbled, his fringe hiding his eyes.

"What did that drug fucker say to you?" I asked, trying to control my anger. I knew that fucker was going to hurt Kiba. Never trust a drug dealer. Kiba's body shook slightly, from either fear or sadness. . . . I can't quite tell from this distance.

"He kept saying shit like; you know this is your fault right? They would be still alive if you told them to stay away from you like I told you. And some other stuff like; now your fucked up family is going straight to hell just because they care. I mean who tells someone in my situation like that?" Kiba replied, looking straight at me. I could see the tears in his eyes as he tried to hold them in. I walked up to him and pulled him into a hug, letting him cry into my shoulder once again today.

"Kiba. . . . give up the drugs. Hidan will have nothing to do with you if you do" I mumbled, gripping him slightly tighter. I felt Kiba nod into my shoulder as his body still shook.

"Ok, I'll give up the drugs for you. . . . and my family, Naruto" Kiba whispered, pulling back then wiping his eyes. I smiled softly as I placed a soft kiss on his forehead. "On to a better subject now" I heard him continue.

"Huh?" I asked, completely confused again. Kiba smiled evilly then took me over to the couch and sat me down.

"Now spill. What's with you and Gaara? How long have you been dating? And why the hell didn't I know?" his questions made me blush a bit as I looked away.

"We're are not dating. Just friends, well I think. And because they was nothing to know" I answered, my blush slowly fading.

"Uh-huh sure" I heard him mumble. I turned and glared at him as he stared at me.

"Then why did you kiss him?" my blush reappeared as soon he asked that. My eyes widen a bit as I tried to look away but failed because Kiba grabbed my chin to make me face him. It's like facing a lion. I sighed softly and closed my eyes.

"Because I like him. Now before you ask random questions like where did we meet and other shit like that. It was the first time I kissed him, no I have no idea if he likes me back and we met in the hospital when you were there and no he ain't a doctor, he was there for his brother. Are we good now? Can I go sleep?" I finished, my chin hurting a bit. Kiba still stared at me as he let it sink in. I hope it sunk in. I felt his hand loosen up as he nodded slightly then smiled up at me.

"Ok we're good. Good night" he said before getting up and walking off. I sighed lowly then rubbed my chin before getting up myself and walking off to bed.

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Gaara

"You know, I still can't believe that blonde kid kissed you though. . . ." I heard my ignorant, older brother mumbled as we walked into our house. I walked off into the lounge room as Kankuro sat down next to me on the couch. We both stared in the direction of the kitchen as we heard multiply crashes coming from there. Temari soon exited from there with a block of dark chocolate and sat on my other side. Typical for older siblings. "So what are we gunna do about the kid, I mean NO-ONE touches you and gets away with it. Gaara? Are you even listening to me?" he continued, waving his hand in front of my face. I growled lightly, causing him to stop.

"I have to agree with him Gaara, I mean you always hurt the people who touches you but this brat didn't just touched you. He KISSED you, it's fucking weird!" Temari added, nibbling on her chocolate. I stood up from the couch and walked to the stairs then stopped.

"First up, he ain't a brat and second, anyone that touches him will have to deal with me" I replied, loud enough for them to hear. When I was finished I made my way upstairs and to my room. My thoughts on the blonde kid.

Naruto.

Luna: I hope you guys enjoyed reading it because I had enjoyed writing it -small smile then coughs- once again sorry for taking so long with it

LJ: go back to bed Luna

Luna: -nods slightly- ok please review or comment

LJ: BYE!!!!!

Luna: -waves-