Lights Out: Permanent Sunset chapter 4

Can't sleep…never really could…not before the demon…

But my eyes say otherwise, they are drooping.

"Can't sleep…my demon is gone and still I have no desire to dream." He laid a hand over his eyes. "I still have these dark eyes…dark circles," he said to himself as he touched the black rings. "Eh, big deal…they give me character." He raised his hand a little higher above his left eye to touch the tattoo. Created it himself, by the same sand he used for killing in the past. The symbol for love. He now knew what that simple word meant, thanks to Naruto. Gaara had grown closer to his siblings and gained many friends in recent times. Now his friends and family needed him most.

Gaara relaxed on his bed of fur blankets and sand. His room, not far from the main living quarters. He only needed to peak out of the entrance to see the group sleeping peacefully. His gourd lay near the entrance, not quite out of his reach in case he needed it.

At least the group was safe. The flood was so traumatizing for them. He rolled onto his side resting his hand on one hand. "Have I gotten too soft?" He flexed his other hand in front of his face, eliciting tiny cracking sounds from his knuckles. He stared at his palm. There were scars on his fingers, mainly from years of hard work and battles. Before he could come out of confrontations without a scratch on him, the sand protecting him at its own accord. Now, he needed his chakra to do it for him. He had become more tactical and defensive since losing Shukaku. "I remember each scar…my first one coming from Sasuke, during the original chunin exams. He injured me with that attack… those chirping sounds… the blade that pierced my sand barrier, then me."

Returning to the past was not helping him get to sleep any quicker. Leaving his gourd behind, Gaara decided to step outside his room and walk rounds of all the chambers. All lights were out except the few lighting the tunnels. He checked on the living chamber. The group was asleep and he could hear a few of the younger boys snoring lightly. "Must be nice to dream."

Lee slept in the corner of the room, apparently too exhausted to return to the hospital wing for his nightly vigil with Sakura and Ino. He and Naruto almost never left their sides. In the center of the room, Choji lay flat on his back, surrounded with small children who insisted on cuddling with the big teddy bear. Well, he wasn't so big anymore. Choji had lost a considerable amount of weight recently because he had no access to food. Gaara had almost missed seeing him there, Choji used to stand out a bit more. It was amazing how much the young ones loved him.

Happy with his first stop, Gaara moved on to the next tunnel that lead to the hospital wing. The lights weren't so bright down here. Lanterns were a little farther apart and the tunnel took on a spooky affect. Gaara continued on, without carrying a candle or whatnot, not even the slightest sense of fear could engulf him. The hospital wing was just down this tunnel, left at the fork, and straight ahead.

"What's this?" he asked himself. "Another light on…" At the fork, down the right tunnel a very faint light could be seen flickering. Apparently someone else was still awake when they should not be, especially if it was a child. Curiosity led him down the right tunnel. If it was a kid he was going to scold him and send him back to the main living quarter. With a sigh, he stepped lightly down the right tunnel.

He was nearly there, but it didn't sound like a young child. There was a feminine moan of pleasure. Confused, he stepped closer to the entrance and peeked in, only to find…

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"Now it's my turn to torture you…." Shikamaru said lovingly to her.

Temari laughed lightly, "Do your worst."

"Fine by me. I hope your ready to face the consequences of your actions."

"Yes well, actions speak louder than words…I want to see you doing your worst." she taunted.

With her arms over her head, pinned by one of his hands, Shikamaru had easy access to her body. He kissed her passionately as his free hand traced the outside of her kimono, across the breasts. He cupped her gently and massaged one of the mounds.

She let out a small squeak as he played with her. Her belly grew hotter as his ministrations continued. Soon enough, he untied the front of her kimono with one hand revealing her breasts to him.

"Beautiful…" he said as he lowered his mouth to her right one and took the tip into his mouth.

Temari wanted to touch him, but he wouldn't let go of her hands. It didn't bother her in the slightest, she kind of thought it was erotic to be bound by him. She moaned again as he moved to her other breast to pleasure it. His tongue was wet and warm, it made her squirm under him. His free hand moved down towards her lower belly, caressing it. She wanted more…

"It's getting harder to wait…" she said.

"Patience…" he said, slightly muffled with her breast in his mouth.

His hand pulled apart the rest of her kimono and exposed her panties underneath. Just a simple black cotton to match her clothing. His fingers danced on her skin as he released her breast from his mouth and wanted to catch her lips again. His fingers seemed to be hesitating above her panty line now.

Temari struggled a little against Shikamaru's hand which held her wrists and he finally let them go. He continued to kiss her as she decided to take his hesitating hand and guide it under her panties. From there, Shikamaru had more confidence and he touched her hot skin, just inside her thigh. Temari moaned against his mouth and he further explored her. Fingers grazing the little bundle of nerves that sent waves of heat to her stomach. She arched her back as he touched her folds and then pushed a finger into them. Liking the response she gave, a second finger had joined the first and he moved them slowly in and out of her. He could feel her growing more wet, her muscles contracted around his appendages. This was torture for her, but she wanted him badly now.

They broke their kiss.

"I think I'll take this a step further…" Shikamaru said. He stopped probing her and removed his hand from her nether region, much to her dismay. He inspected his fingers for a moment, wetness dripped off of them. "I think I can do better than that." He looked at her and smirked.

"What are…you… thinking?" she asked in light whisper.

Without another word, Shikamaru separated her legs and rested himself between them on his belly. He pulled her towards him, pushing her legs over his shoulders. Temari grabbed at the fur comforter, preparing herself.

He plunged his tongue into her folds and she let out a cry of pleasure. "mmm…ohh…" Lost for words, all she could do was enjoy every minute of it. He swirled his tongue around inside and even laid down a few kisses on her. He let one of his hands roam her lower belly and even reached to hold one of her breasts, cupping it.

Temari was squirming around, slightly bucking her hips. She couldn't help it….it was too damn good. She squeezed the comforter tightly in her hands and lolled her head from side to side. "I'm getting close already…"

"nhnn.." was his response and he didn't stop.

"Please.." she begged. "before I fall to pieces…"

He halted. "I love hearing you beg." He raised his head from her, his chin had her moisture on him and it dripped on the fur. "Do you want me badly?" he teased.

"Yes.." she moaned. "Now…now…"

Shikamaru sat up and brought a hand to his face to wipe off the moisture. "I'll let you have it then." Quickly, he tore his pants off the rest of the way and she did the same by slipping the kimono down her arms and tossing that aside.

She lay back down and he came in on top of her. Her legs spread wide for him and he positioned himself between them. Before entering he reached down to his length and gave it a stroke to make sure he was still hard. She impatiently pulled him down further, his tip just outside her entrance.

"Patience, my troublesome one." Shikamaru said as he readied himself for entry. He was slightly nervous.

"I can't wait any longer." she said.

"I know, but this is a first for me. I'm taking it easy." Shikamaru blushed.

Temari looked up at him in wonder. "You didn't tell me you were a virgin. Good looking guy like you? Not possible." She smirked at him.

"It is very possible, and it's true." his face grew deep crimson. "Enough talk now…" He slowly entered her and gasped. It was so tight and hot. He figured he should give her a minute before moving. "Looks like someone else is a virgin too. Funny, after teasing me and giving me a hard time…"

Temari said nothing. It was true, she had never done this before and she never expected to be with Shikamaru at a time like this. She did have opportunities with other guys, but they were usually scared of her brothers and they opted to avoid her.

She had squeezed her eyes shut waiting for the pain to subside. Her walls were stretching, and she could hear a slight grunt from him. There was something to the ache, not necessarily a bad feeling for her, but it made her heart flutter. She knew Shikamaru would never let her live this down if she cried out or complained about it. The best she could do is close her eyes tightly and bite her inner lip. A light trickle of blood dripped from her lip and trickled down her tongue. The metallic taste distracted her from the ache and having to look at Shikamaru.

He had finally dominated her…Shikamaru couldn't resist her much longer. In the back of his mind he could remember all the times when she would take the lead or brush him off, during a mission of all things. Now he had her right where he wanted her and he moved slowly outwards, leaving the tip of his shaft at her entrance. "You…okay?" he asked. He reached a hand up to her cheek and then stroked it gently. "If you want me to stop, I will. I have no intentions to force you any further."

Temari opened her eyes, finally and looked up at him. She couldn't believe the concern he was giving her. This guy who was like a stone wall, never showing his emotions…unless they suited him best. "…" She couldn't speak. His eyes were staring her down, actually intimidating her.

With her lack of response to him, he pulled out of her completely much to her dismay.

No, I don't want this to end…a first timer we both may be, but I refuse to give you up…Temari fought with herself. She instantly grabbed a hold of his shoulders and forced him into a demanding kiss, surprising him. She lavished in him once again, letting her tongue dance against his. Her legs wrapped around his waist and she relaxed as his shaft slid back into her, encouraging him to move at a steady pace.

"You never forced me." she said. "I want this… if anything, I forced you" she chuckled.

Shikamaru gave her a half smile. "Troublesome…" He continued to thrust into her and picked up his pace. He forced his lips on her own and she was beginning to submit to him, letting him take the lead now.

"…mmmm…" Temari moaned into his mouth a little. Her breathing was becoming rapid, his was becoming heavy. Beads of sweat were forming on their bodies as their love making quickened in pace.

They broke their kiss. Her mouth remained open as she groaned and let out whimpers. Shikamaru rose up from his elbows to his palms and looked down at her, eyes partly open and face beginning to flush as he was getting closer. He wanted to see her when she came, wanted to know that he could please a girl such as the rare beauty beneath him. With her hair in disarray and her hands over her head now, practically clawing at his fur comforter, she seemed like an exotic creature. Beautiful and stunning in her ecstasy.

"I…I…am…so…close…" Temari said between pants. "…any.. se..second…"

His own orgasm was nearing…the heat swirled in his belly and was traveling down his groin. Hearing her talk to him, letting him know where she was…it was good. He was truly doing his job, well. He slammed into her, wanting to push her to the brink, hear her scream and then let out his own release…

"ooh…h…ooo.h" She thrust her own hips on instinct and only needed a little more from him to get there. Her clit rubbed against his groin, shooting electricity through her. It traveled through her abdomen making her squirm against him.

Shikamaru's arms encircled her once more and he was moving so fast his hips were becoming numb. He was now biting at her shoulder and her hands scraped at his back. The pleasure was intense. Blood was rushing to his pelvis… he could feel a buildup of heat in his shaft. He held her tightly, between biting and kissing "I can't hold out!"

Temari was bucking wildly, "Don't hold back!" Her nails digging into his shoulders, she finally gave in to the rushing electric waves, forcing them to peak… "I…I…oh..oohh..oooohhhhhhhh!! SHI…KA…OOOHHH" She desperately tried to scream his name but the feeling overwhelmed her and she screamed into his shoulder. Nails scratched and broke the skin on his back, not causing massive damage.

Shikamaru, hearing her orgasm finally let his own overcome him. "rrrr… unh!!" He gritted his teeth as the heat forced its way through the shaft and out the tip of his throbbing erection. It felt so good, so delectable. It drained into her body and she didn't seem to mind.

Skin was glistening in the dim light of the chamber, the room temperature was raised and a musky scent filled the air. The couple, exhausted from their love making collapsed in a heap on the furs.

Still recovering from her own orgasm, Temari relaxed beneath him, holding his head to her chest. Both panted heavily. He was still inside her, it seemed that he had no desire to separate from her. She dragged her fingers through his hair and massaged his scalp gently. It was amazing…never had she felt like this. There was a new glimmer in her eyes, one that made her feel more like an adult now. She was nearing her early twenties and she finally knows what all the other girls her age know. Most girls lost their virginity by the age of sixteen. She heard the stories, and she read many books about love-making, wondering when her time would come.

Shikamaru raised his head from her chest to look at her. "Your orgasm was like heaven to my ears."

Temari blushed and tried to look away, but one of Shikamaru's hands reached up to touch her cheek and make her look at him. "Let me finish, I…like… that you attempted to scream my name. It really told me something…"

"Like what?" she gave him a questioning look. She touched the hand that held her cheek and took his fingers to her lips so she could kiss them lovingly.

"Well…um…I just…gah.. I don't know how to say it." he said. He tilted his head to one side.

Temari reached a finger to his lips to silence him. "I think I know where your going with this. You don't have to say, because the same thing has happened to me."

There was an awkward pause between and Shikamaru nodded his head. "I'm…glad." It was not like him to say such things but when he was with her, it couldn't be helped. Usually, he would make a chauvinistic remark at her or something. This time, he couldn't.

Temari laughed. "Okay, big boy. We'd better get cleaned up and I should return to my own chamber."

"Right. Wouldn't want your brother to kill me if he spotted you in this wing." Shikamaru said as he gently pulled his manhood from her. It was softening up and he noticed a red sheen covering it. He touched his skin and wiped off some of the warm liquid, blood. He looked at her legs…blood dripped onto his comforter from her entrance. He reached one hand to touch her sensitive skin. He touched the folds of her vaginal area and let the warm fluid drip over his palm. He pulled back his fingers and stared at them. All of his fingers besides his thumb were covered with redness. He immediately felt guilty for causing this. "I'm sorry…"

"For what?" Temari asked him. "You didn't know that was going to happen? Okay, I found it very odd that you would touch me down there while I'm bleeding, but not actually knowing about the first time blood?"

"I knew of it, but I wasn't expecting quite so much. I was hoping I didn't hurt you.." He stared at his red fingers and then at his groin. "That is a lot."

"Well, I was expecting it, and no you did not hurt me. Let me get a cloth…" Temari stood up. She sort of lied to Shikamaru. Though he didn't necessarily injure her, he did cause her some discomfort. As she walked to her clothing laying strewn about, she felt an ache between her legs, like a bruised feeling. It was only to be expected. Thankfully he didn't notice this, she wouldn't want him to feel bad. She rummaged through her kimono until she found her obi. She didn't necessarily like this one anyway and she tore in half. It ripped quite easily and she tossed a piece to Shikamaru. It landed on his head, quickly he pulled it from his face and raised an eyebrow at her. "Use that to clean up. Quickly, before it dries on you."

"Okay, okay woman." He teased and started to wipe ff his hand.

"But I enjoyed you very much." Temari said, out of the blue.

She caught Shikamaru off guard. "mmm…huh?"

"Think of tonight as an early 16th birthday present from me." she said. "September twenty…second…right?"

"Hmm? Oh…yeah, that's right. How'd you find out?" He asked. He had no clue how she came to know so much about him. She must have really done her homework.

"I asked Ino."

"You women all stick together…" he taunted. "But I think I'll let you come celebrate my birthday with me again on my actual birthday." He finished cleaning his hand and started his lower region.

"Is that a promise?" Temari said seductively.

"Oh yeah…just a few days." He licked his lips and smirked at her.

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He couldn't believe it. His sister….and that man? Shikamaru? Not that it was any of his business, he just never could believe that his own sister would feel any type of attraction to that man.

Gaara wasn't angry with them, just a bit taken back. He hadn't walked in on them, it would have been inappropriate timing. Plus severely awkward for her to be caught by her younger brother while she was in the act. But he happened to stumble in while their backs were turned and they were already…well intimate. Not to mention he really didn't need to hear Shikamaru's grunting as he peaked. He quickly exited the room so not to be caught and he was a bit freaked out at first, but calmed himself.

"Whatever." Gaara muttered to himself. It was best not to get involved, and best never to come down this corridor again in the off chance they were at it. He was already disturbed enough. "As long as she's happy."

As he headed back to his own chamber, he suddenly thought of Temari's heart breaking if Shikamaru becomes "clouded" and may even hurt her or worse, kill her. When and if that time comes, he won't be there to help her. His own time will have passed before then.

To be continued...

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