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"So why exactly is Kakashi-sensei tagging along?" Naruto asked as they all leapt through the trees

"Tsuande-sama has asked me to make sure to guard all of your heirs and make sure that you get to your destination safely" He smiled through his mask

"Makes sense to me" Ino nodded knowing that her group of friends all consisted of the heirs of the royal families

"If anything were to happen to us there would be a serious uproar in the kingdoms but why Kakashi-sensei aren't you just a regular teacher? What training do you have that proves you can protect all of us?" Ten-Ten asked confused

Chuckling Kakashi lifted up the right sleeve of his black t-shirt exposing his Knight's symbol on his forearm (Anbu symbol) with a red number one directly above it.

"Whoa! You're the Head of the Knights?" Kiba exclaimed in excitement

"Yes I'm actually the personal bodyguard for the Queen whenever she feels the need to call on me to serve my duty" He nodded looking directly ahead of him as he surveyed the forest for possible threats

"Oh my goodness! Are you really?" Hinata gasped

"Yes I teach part-time but my duty is to my Queen" He stated fiercely

"That's got to be pretty unnerving. So many other species are after her to take out our race and since the murder of her parents you could never be too sure what vampires to trust these days" Neji stated stonily as he looked at his teacher with newfound respect

"I pledged my life to the my Queen from the day she was born and I love her above all else. I'd give my life a million times over if it meant keeping her safe no matter the danger. I've put my life on the line many times for the sake of keeping her safe. I am her humble servant" Kakashi smiled fondly

"The devotion you show for her is respectable" Neji nodded in respect

"It's what the loyal and loving vampires of this world should feel for their ruler especially if they are all treated fairly and shown the respect and love that they deserve" Sakura stated softly

"I agree. I've never met the Haruno family or seen the Queen but I know for a fact that she is an amazing ruler. She does so much for vampires everywhere. I'd even heard whispers of her family building an entire empire strictly by vampires and for vampires so that the nomads of our race have somewhere to set up a permanent life for themselves and build families of their own. I even heard that the Queen was secretly working on it for quite a long time after her parents death and that all vampires around the world can come visit or choose to live at permanently. Everything she does for our race is admirable" Ino smiled fondly

"I'd heard something like that too….like she even goes around to smaller villages and towns all over ridding them of any and all issues that they might be facing. She doesn't just sit up on her throne and rule over us cruelly. I'd love to meet her someday and see if she has room for an experienced female weapon master in her rank of knights" Ten-Ten agreed

"Sounds to me like she doesn't want anyone to know who she is and is running from her responsibilities" Karin scoffed

Sakura cringed slightly fighting the rage building in her heart for this arrogant brat who spoke of things she had no clue about. She was really asking for a good lashing despite what her mate demanded of her, this girl was floating adrift on the harbor of her patience. Sasuke could feel her anger filling the air around her and grabbed her hand in his to soothe her bruised pride effectively calming her some as they leapt hand in hand.

"Don't think about it. She's still a little angry about this morning. Our mating was a shock to her, she's still trying to get over and adjust to it"

"I've given you my word Sasuke-kun but it's extremely hard not to choke the life out of her" Sakura sighed running her free hand through her hair

"Ignore it Sakura. Not every opinion about the Queen will be positive" Kakashi murmured lowly so as not to alert the others to what they were discussing

"I understand….I just wish all my subjects would love me"

"They will when you take your place" Kakashi smirked taking off ahead of the group to scout a place to rest since the sun would be rising soon

"You're still number one in my book" Sasuke smirked kissing her cheek before they leapt off to the next branch

Sakura giggled aloud nodding her head at his display of affection completely disregarding Karin's outlandish comment.

"What are you two love birds over there giggling about?" Ino giggled with a wink

"Sasuke-kun is overly affectionate when he wants to be" Sakura beamed

"Well he's gonna have to leave you alone for a while because Kiba sent Akamaru and Kurono ahead to scout with Kakashi-sensei and apparently in the tavern we'll be resting at there's an indoor hot spring so we'll be able to bathe and get to know each other better. Just us girls" Ten-Ten grinned

Suddenly she was on the branch with the couple snatching Sakura away from him before she quickly leapt away a few hundred feet away. A territorial growl tore through Sasuke's throat as he made a move to leap after Ten-Ten but a firm hand on his shoulder stopped him. Baring his fangs and snapping at the hand he turned his head to see a smug faced Neji smirking at him.

"I know how hard it is adjusting to being away from your mate at first but trust me she needs this. Just look at them" He inclined his head to the group of girls

The girls all chose to walk a leisurely pace since they were nearing the inn and he couldn't help the small smile that formed on his face as he saw her thriving with his friends. Although Karin hung back a little she too was chatting with the group when addressed but Sakura was his main focus. The smile on her face was beautifully bright as the girls teased and giggled with her as they got to know each other. He loved seeing her like this, she was in her element. She was his Queen and her whole adolescent life he knew she was used to being surrounded by others who couldn't help but be drawn in to her loving personality and naturally charismatic aura of happiness that surrounded her. Having been alone for as long as she had been he knew that this was just what she needed and unbeknownst to his gal pals they were making all the royal families' bonds stronger in befriending her so genuinely.

"She looks so happy" He whispered unable to take his eyes off of her

"She's an unusual. Something about her is just different from the rest of us but it isn't a bad thing. Have you noticed that her emotions are strangely strong? That you can just feel them?" Neji asked studying the girl as well

"Actually I have. I think it might be her special trait, her emotions being the core of her strength. We all have them, though you know that, and I really think that her emotions are hers" Sasuke stated half truthfully

"That's true. It's different but it would actually be a nice help in battle" Neji nodded

"Oi! Stick-in-ass boys stop mumbling amongst yourselves! We're here!" Kiba hollered from the front doors of the rather large inn

"Prick" Neji growled

"Agreed"

Both stoic boys walked over to the doors that Kakashi was currently leaning up against with Akamaru at his side with Kurono sitting on top of his head waiting patiently for the group to all meet up. Once everyone stood together in front of Kakashi his visible eye crinkled indicating his smile as he twirled 2 keys on his index finger.

"Alright gang the sun will be rising in about an hour or so, so you've got that time to frolic about but after that I want you all to rest up because when night falls we'll be crossing those mountains" He pointed due west to the snowy mountains in the distance "And they are riddled with terrible beasts so I'll need you all fully rested and prepared for battle in case we get surrounded and I can't protect you all at once"

"Please like we need protection" Neji scoffed in outrage

"I'd prefer if you all didn't have to fight although I'm quite aware of how capable some of you are in battle" Kakashi sighed narrowing his eyes at Naruto in particular

"What!" He bellowed in outrage

"You get into a lot of shit dobe that's what" Sasuke sighed looking to Kakashi to continue

"Like I was saying….you all should be well rested and ready to brave some bad weather tomorrow too. Now here are the keys to the rooms"

"There's only two" Karin sneered unhappily

"Not to worry Karin every room has five queen sized mattresses in them, they're fairly large rooms and they are connected in case I have to get to you girls quickly. The joining room in between the two rooms is a large living area that you all can relax in"

"Wait so we can't stay in the room with the girls?" Naruto wailed unhappily

"Not on my watch kiddo" Kakashi chuckled cutting his eyes at Ten-Ten who flushed immediately "I've made that mistake before. Didn't get a wink of sleep. Fucking mates"

"Kakashi-sensei!" Ten-Ten whined as she avoided the incredulous stares from her friends

"And since we have a newly mated couple here the last thing I need to worry about is how long you'll be up. Although you both better know better" Kakashi hissed relaying a message that only Sasuke and Sakura would understand

"I admit no guilt here" Sasuke huffed

"Anyway here you are. Go get settled in the room numbers are on the keys. I've got some ummm business to attend to" Darting away from the group before questions could be asked

"What the hell business does he have to attend to we just got here?" Karin asked confused

"I've traveled with that old perv before and trust me you don't wanna know" Naruto sighed shaking his head

Sasuke had traveled with Kakashi before and was well aware of what the man considered business. Human women were so easily wooed by the beautiful looks of the male vampires and with their natural compulsion skills it wasn't too hard to get the women to sleep with them. Kakashi had a particular weakness for petite beauties preferring to drink their blood in the midst of passion as it was the ultimate pleasure of sex from human from the rush of endorphin's triggering an amazing climax. Sasuke had done it once before so he understood the lure of the act.

"I'd like to bathe before we go to bed" Sakura sighed cracking her neck

"Yay let's go!" Ino squealed

She hooked her arm in Sakura's, who grabbed Ten-Ten who snatched Hinata's arm causing Hinata to grab Karin refusing to allow the girl to sit this one out.

"Girl are so weird. Human or vampire they're all just fucking weird" Kiba stated with a raised eyebrow

"We should get going to. I'm starving" Naruto sighed snatching the key from Kiba before disappearing into the inn

"Get back here bastard!" Kiba snapped darting in behind him Akamaru hot on his heels

Neji and Sasuke both sweat dropped looking at each other before shaking their heads and following them inside.

"Morons"

"The both of them" Neji agreed following the shouts around the corner

The girls dropped their bags right into the doorway of the room not even taking time to look around before they grabbed their towels and darted to the large bathhouse. They only had a limited amount of time to bathe and were going to make the best out of it, it wasn't often they got to enjoy the luxuries of a large bath. Once inside the bath they wasted no time in stripping off their travel-worn, sweaty clothes and throwing them into a pile by the door. Sakura, Ino and Ten-Ten were first to sink their naked bodies into the bath not at all embarrassed, letting out sighs of content as the hot steaming water eased their tense muscles from an entire night of traveling. Hinata slowly lowered her towel, covering her breasts with her left arm and her vagina with the right before sinking into the bath. Ino let out a loud guffaw at her friends shy behavior.

"Hinata we're all friends here there's nothing for you to be embarrassed about. Your body is to die for you should be super proud to show it off" Ino chuckled flicking Hinata's nose playfully

"Karin-chan get your ass in here" Ten-Ten snapped looking at Karin who was blushing as she stared at Sakura who's head was leaned all the way back, her eyes closed in relaxation

"Ummm" She mumbled

Karin couldn't help but feel completely inadequate as she stared the pink haired girls perfect body. She remembered watching a movie with Naruto and she believed that this girl had the body of the cartoon character 'Jessica Rabbit'. Why did this stupid bitch have to be so perfect? Looking down at her small 36B breasts, slim waist and small bottom she couldn't help the anger that welled within her. All of her other friends' bodies were so beautiful hell even Ten-Ten's small breasts didn't matter because everything below the waist on her was so voluptuous it didn't even matter! Hinata could see Karin's uneasiness and offered her a big reassuring smile gesturing her forward. Throwing her head back she lowered the towel to the floor and sank into the large bath in between Hinata and Ten-Ten.

"So which of you are still blushing virgins?" Ten-Ten smirked loving the flush that colored all the girls faces even Sakura's head snapped up as she blushed "I'll take that as all of you"

"I'm not but I'm not an heir so I don't have to stay pure. I've slept with two guys before, obviously not at the same time" Karin hastily added in

"I've never had sex but I've had some other things done to me recently. I'd never actually had to deal with my hormones until recently. It was quite shocking" Sakura admitted blushing making Karin cringe

"Your first sexual experiences always are" Ten-Ten nodded

"I'd kissed a guy or two but I've never done anything else. I'm trying to wait until I find my mate" Ino blushed quite unlike her usual boisterous self

"I've got a confession to make" Hinata blushed

"Oh I smell some juicy gossip!" Ten-Ten giggled

Lifting her hair off of her neck she turned around and showed her friends the Uzumaki symbol on the back of her neck causing all the girls in the room to squeal and giggle in delight.

"Oh my God how!" Ino shouted

"When?" Karin bellowed with loud giggles

"I can't believe this!" Ten-Ten gasped

"I knew it" Sakura smirked deviously

"How did you know?" Hinata asked with raised eyebrows

"Naruto-kun smelled a lot different today than he did yesterday" She smirked

"I need the details!" Ino snapped playfully smacking Hinata's shoulder

"We haven't got much longer to be in here before we have to turn in. Explain while we get washed" Karin smiled happy for her friend and cousin

Scooping some water into a bucket Sakura dumped it onto Ten-Ten's head so she could wash her hair as Karin did the same for Hinata who in turn did it for Ino. As the girls washed their hair Hinata launched into her story.

"Naruto-kun showed up at my room really late yesterday. He said that he had tried to work up the courage to ask me out on a date for over a month but he had just got it that night thanks to Sasuke. He said that if Sasuke could open himself to someone else and give his heart to them than he could do it to. I didn't think anything of it at the moment as I was still in too much shock that he wanted to ask me out than he took my silence as a rejection so he started to look sad. When he was going to turn away he looked as if he changed his mind, he squared his shoulders up and then he suddenly just pulled me to him and kissed me so passionately. I felt it, that feeling of wholeness that my father explained to me my whole life as he taught me all the ways of the next monarch. The next thing I knew we were kissing so passionately that we were crashing through my room unable to catch out breaths as we started kissing and touching. He was running his hands all over my body and before I knew it he was laying on top of me on my bed and we were in our underwear. I was so lost in him that I hadn't realized how fast we were moving but he was the one that pulled away realizing just what we were about to do. His eyes turned red and he begged me to let him mark me. After that he left his on me and I reciprocated, it's actually a very tiring ceremony. We decided to make the announcement when all the royal families come to the school to visit" She smiled blushing as she got into detail with her hot and heavy make out session

"It was like that for me as well I was so exhausted after Sasuke-kun and I marked each other. It was so beautiful" Sakura smiled as she scrubbed Hinata's back having already had hers done by Ino

"Since I'm not pure-blooded but Neji is I passed out right after I marked him with mine. I wasn't strong enough for the entire process, he was so afraid as he shook me awake" Ten-Ten smiled softly recalling the memory

"I can't wait to get mated it sounds so beautiful and to see how mates act around each other, I'm envious" Ino sighed dreamily stepping out of the shower towel drying her long hair

"It'll happen for you Ino-chan" Sakura smiled

"I'm in no rush" Karin hissed stepping out of the bath and leaving the room in a rush after wrapping herself in her towel

"You're mating to Sasuke was just a shock to her, she wanted to be with him since we were kids and that he randomly just mated you has her a little sore. She'll get over it trust me" Ino smiled at Sakura reassuringly before following Karin out

"Don't sweat it honey bun" Ten-Ten smiled handing Sakura the fluffy black towel she came in

After the remaining three girls successfully covered themselves they padded off to their room. Once they stepped in the door they realized that Kakashi must have come in and moved their bags from in front of the door where they haphazardly threw them. Each of the five beds had different colored comforters and pillows. Ino was sitting on a deep purple colored bedspread with white pillows up against the right wall, Karin sat on the crimson red bedspread with grey pillows beside Ino's on the same wall, Hinata moved over to the orange-colored bedspread with black pillows perpendicular to Karin's beneath the window that spread across the entire wall, Ten-Ten headed over to the chestnut bedspread with pale blue pillows beside Hinata's. Sakura jumped onto the bed right beside Ten-Ten's with the black bedspread and red pillows loving the soft bed. All of the beds were four posters so that the girls could pull the curtains for when they wanted privacy.

"This bed is fantastic" Sakura moaned burying her face in the pillows

"Well Sakura as much as I love to see your pink pubes I think you should put some clothes on" Ino giggled watching Sakura roll around on the bed

"Ino-chan!" Sakura gasped sitting up and covering her privates

"Pay no attention to Ino she has some lesbian tendencies" Ten-Ten fake whispered

Ino threw a large pillow at Ten-Ten knocking her off of the bed as she giggled uncontrollably.

"Bite me" She snapped playfully

"Was that a request?" Ten-Ten smirked raising her eyebrows suggestively elongating her fangs

"You will never taste my sexy blood bitch now get dressed! We have to meet the boys for dinner before bed" Ino smiled pulling a bra on before slipping on a white camisole and fuzzy yellow pajama pants and leaving the room

Karin slipped a purple baby t-shirt with black pajama shorts walking into the adjoining living area to see the boys. Hinata pulled on a cream-colored long-sleeved v-neck with sky blue tights before making her way to the living area behind Karin having heard Naruto's voice filtering out of the room.

"We'd better hurry those vamps are fat and will eat all the food before we get there" Ten-Ten smiled pulling on an oversized white t-shirt that smelled distinctly like Neji over her green pajama pants

"I'll be right there" Sakura called as Ten-Ten walked out the room

As Sakura was pulling on a pair of pink tiny pajama shorts she could hear Sasuke's deep voice filtering through the room effectively giving her goose bumps. Hurriedly pulling on a black camisole she turned to head into the room with everyone else only to bump into a hard chest. Inhaling that deep masculine scent that was purely his she couldn't help the smile that spread across her face as his arms wrapped around her waist.

"And what's taking you so long?" He asked playfully

"I was last to get into our bedroom so I was last to get dressed. My apologies" She smiled playfully looking up into his dark eyes

"We could skip dinner and stay in here if you want. I'm sure you taste a lot better than any food we've got in there" He smirked

"The hell you can get your asses in here!" Kakashi called loudly before Sakura could answer

"Looks like you've been discovered Sasuke-kun. He's fooled your devious plot to lure me out alone and keep me all to yourself" she chuckled kissing his neck

"Damn right so hurry your asses up!" Naruto bellowed from the other room

With a giggle Sakura laced her fingers through Sasuke's and joined the others around the large dining room table sitting beside Sasuke. Kakashi leaned forward and served Sakura and Sasuke their tea ignoring the incredulous stare he got from Karin at the end of the table. Kurono and Akamaru were sitting beside the table together eating from their own dishes dutifully ignoring the vampires in the room as they devoured their food.

"So what's the plan for tomorrow Kakashi-sensei?" Ino asked through a mouthful of curry

"Manners Ino" Kakashi rolled his visible eye

"mmf" She grumbled continuing to stuff her mouth

As Sakura set to start piling food onto Sasuke's plate a sharp look from Kakashi stopped her as she sat up straight. She was so used to watching her mother serve her father and bend to his whims despite her strong nature she was accustomed to how the women were subservient to men but she had to remember not to lose herself in the old customs and while catering to her King she wouldn't lose herself, staying the strong independent woman that she was. Sasuke saw the silent exchange between Kakashi and Sakura and realized quickly what was going on. Although Sakura hadn't told him her exact age yet he was pretty sure she was A LOT older than everyone in the room with the exception of Kakashi. Taking the hint, Sasuke took it upon himself to fill up both his and Sakura's rice bowls and pile the curry high on both of their plates.

"Look who's whipped already" Kiba teased from across the table earning a hiss from Sakura and a growl from Sasuke

Kiba let out a chuckle and tossed a piece of rice at Sasuke who caught it in his mouth effortlessly before turning back to his food earning a round of loud laughter from everyone at the table.

"Alright guys eat up and then we'll set out in the 'morning' after resting up. If we move at a steady pace we should be able to clear the mountains in two days. There are quite a few caves to hide out in while the sun is up when we need to rest"

"Kakashi-sensei why only travel at night?" Hinata asked after swallowing some rice

"Yeah I mean it's not like we're those stupid stereotypical vampires that disintegrate in the sunlight or anything" Naruto shrugged

"And our skin doesn't sparkle" Ino giggled recalling a movie she watched with Kiba last year

"It's draining you stupid blondes" Neji sighed rubbing his uncovered forehead "It sucks our energy a lot faster than just traveling at night when we'll be able to travel at top speed. We can cut our travel time in half if we push hard all night and rest during the normal daytime hours"

"Nicely put Neji" Kakashi nodded in approval

"Hey we're not stupid!" They exclaimed in indignation

"I say we put that to a vote" Sasuke mumbled over his cup

"You wanna go teme?" Naruto snapped baring his fangs

"Anytime, anywhere dobe"

"Alright you two, break it up and eat your dinner. The sun will be rising soon" Sakura soothed patting Sasuke's arm

"Fine" Naruto grumbled

"Hn"

After eating dinner Kakashi stood up, cracking his neck and popping his muscles, with a wave he left to go bury himself under his comfortable bed sheets.

"If you promise to behave you may sleep together. But if I have to wake up and come separate any of you than that will be the end of the joint sleeping arrangement" He conceded before he disappeared

"YOSH! Let's go Hinata-chan!" Naruto grinned grabbing Hinata's hand and dragging her to his own room

"Ten-Ten you'll be sleeping with me so I can keep an eye on that idiot" Neji sighed

Getting to his feet he walked over to a sleepy Ten-Ten and reached his hand out helping her up so they could head off to his room. Her eyelids drooping over her chocolate eyes she sleepily lolled her head on his chest as he pulled her up. With a sigh of mock annoyance he hooked his arms beneath her head and knees before hoisting her up into his arms bridal style. Tucking her face into his neck and threading her fingers into his shirt she yawned and fully closed her eyes.

"Goodnight guys" Ten-ten yawned

"Goodnight you two" Sakura waved

"Night Tennie! Night Neji!" Ino waved

"Night" Karin yawned walking off to collapse on her own bed

When Ten-Ten and Neji disappeared Ino stood up yawning ready to go to her own bed before Kiba'a hand shot out and grabbed her wrist. She jumped startled before looking down at him her blue eyes softening as a blush covered her cheeks.

"Do you mind if I join you?" He asked softly

"Kiba…" she trailed blushing harder

"I know how you hate to sleep alone and all" He grinned rubbing the back of his head sheepishly

With a soft smile she pulled her wrist out of his grasp slowly before lacing her fingers through his and nodding her head giggling at the dust of pink that covered his cheeks at the gesture.

"Of course you can. Akamaru can come too" She smiled tugging him to his feet

Upon hearing his name Akamaru stood stretching out himself before trotting behind the two as they left the room. Sakura scooped Kurono's sleeping form off of the floor and cradled the small neko to her chest before turning to Sasuke with an impish smile on her lips as she winked at him.

"Will you be joining us Sasuke-kun?"

"You don't even have to ask that"

Heading off to her bed he chuckled realizing that Kiba and Ino had pulled the curtains of her four-poster down so that they could sleep without feeling watched. Karin was already balled up under her large comforter and he could see her red hair peeking out as it splayed on her pillows. He felt a little bad that she was the only one who didn't have anyone to hold her but he knew she would be alright as long as she was surrounded by friends so he brushed off the guilty feeling quickly. Turning his head he watched as Sakura busied herself tucking Kurono in atop a large fluffy pillow pulling the sheets up high to cover the small neko as she kissed her forehead goodnight. Not even knowing the neko very long Sakura showered it with love and he admired that within her; when she built bonds she held fast to them and did her utmost to keep them strong. She truly loved the little cat demon and it returned her ardor, at least he knew if he wasn't available than she would have someone around willing to protect her with their very last. After she was positive the little neko would be comfortable throughout the night she wheeled to face Sasuke and gestured him forward with her index finger a playful smile on her lips. Slowly he came closer to her before wrapping his arms around her and leaning his forehead on hers to stare into those vibrant eyes of hers that always seemed to captivate him.

"Bedtime love" He murmured his cool breath ghosting over her lips causing her to shudder

Smirking to himself he detangling himself from her and leaned around her pulling back the comforter and gesturing for her to get in. Once she slid under the covers she looked up at him expectantly but he moved away from the bed, closing the heavy black blinds before walking back over to the bed. Sitting on the edge she slid over to make room for him and after he slid his shirt off he slid in beside her pulling her against his chest loving the exciting gasp that left her lips. The fact that he had this effect on her drove his ego wild and her having the same effect on him was what excited him. Would it always be like this? He certainly hoped so, his parents seemed so in love with each other after decades of being together as if they fell in love with each other so he hoped it would always be like this. Kissing her forehead he held her tighter inhaling her scent.

"Ashiteru" she mumbled into his chest drifting off

"Ashiteru watashi no jo o" he mumbled back fading off himself

Clenching her fist to her chest even tighter Karin felt an undeniable searing rage sweep through her veins at the couples stupid love confession. She truly hated this pink haired girl and she wouldn't rest easy until she saw her torn away from Sasuke and killed. She fucking swore it!

After a long 'nights' rest Sakura and Sasuke were shaken awake by Kurono sitting atop of them slapping their faces playfully with her paws. Groaning and swiping at her paws Sasuke tossed and turned his head trying his best to get away from her unrelenting paws. After the paw abuse she decided to use her tails as she turned around and twirled them quickly like a fan slapping the both of them repeatedly. Sakura let out a loud adorable laugh before sitting up and plucking the small neko's nose.

"We are awake Kurono. So you can stop abusing Sasuke-kun's face"

Kurono mewed happily and bounced off of the bed into the living area where the voices of the others filtered in.

"Rise and shine love" Sakura smiled running her fingers through his bangs

"I don't wanna" He grumbled attempting to pull her back down

Sliding through the curtains of her four poster and onto the floor out of his grasp she let out a playful giggle as she heard him groan in annoyance before poking his head out of the opening.

"You suck" He snapped playfully

"Not yet I haven't but I will my love" she teased sashaying into the bathroom to brush her teeth

"Damn right you will" He growled following her in

Once everyone was successfully dressed in long sleeves, thick pants and boots they decided to set off into the mountains. After the left the inn they arranged into the formation that Kakashi went over with them after their breakfast as they headed up the high cold mountains. Kakashi and Akamaru at the front to scout ahead, Karin and Kiba heading up behind them since Karin didn't have much combat or scouting experience, Ino, Hinata and Ten-Ten trailing behind them as they were agile and quick and could hop back and forth in case anyone needed any help if they got into confrontation, with Naruto and Sasuke walking ahead of Neji and Sakura who headed up the back with Kurono right beside her in her demon form so that she was even bigger than Akamaru, her canines extending like saber tooth tiger teeth.

"Alright gang we're entering supernatural territory so stay sharp!" Kakashi called as they all darted quickly up the side of the cold mountain

The entire group expanded their already heightened senses as they inhaled and listened intently to all the scents and small sounds of the creatures around them. Sakura's nose tweaked as she inhaled the familiar whiff of demon wolves. They usually kept their distance from vampires knowing that they were outclassed but not wanting to take any chances she kept her ears sharp. Quickening their pace to beat the harsh winds and bunker down as soon as possible.

"So Sakura since I haven't had much time to speak with you, how long have you been alone if you don't mind me asking?" Neji asked looking at her out of the corner of his eye

"I do not mind at all. I've been alone for over a century. I have no family of my own so I travel quite a bit" She smiled

"That sounds quite lonely" He mumbled

"Sometimes but you meet quite the large variety of vampires all over the world. It's amazing to meet so many of our kind and see how they choose to live" She smiled

"I'd like to do that sometime. I had no idea you'd been around for such a long time. I'd just assumed you were the same age as the rest of us"

"No, not quite the same age" She giggled

"It definitely explains your proper dialect, sense of honor and the way you carry yourself" He nodded

"Why thank you Neji-san" She smiled

"Just Neji is fine" He smirked at her

"Well then-STOP!" Sakura called out loudly causing the entire group to pause

"Diamond formation!" Kakashi called loudly

They had company coming and a lot of it and Kakashi nor Sakura liked the smell of what was coming. Death radiated the air heavily around them as they wrinkled their noses in distaste. This was not good.