Going shopping isn't something I don't do very often. Pain apparently thinks that's a problem. He woke me up bright and early, tossed me in the shower, and then dragged me to the mall. Now we're going from shop to shop buying stuff he likes for me.

I feel like a doll…

"What are you doing?" Pain growled when I glanced over at the Texas section. That's what he called it at least. I was just looking at the odd pink cowboy hat. It looks a bit weird, especially since this is Canada or Washington.

"I'm just looking around. A bit bored, how about you?" I asked him. He looked at me with slightly wide eyes then smiled a soft smile I almost missed. Before I could do anything Pain grabbed my hand and led me outside of the store.

"Let's just go home then. We can find something else to do." Pain said taking me out into the limo. I got in and said nothing wondering how he's scamming to get me to fall for him. Money and power means nothing.

"Alright… I wonder what we can do." I grinned and held his hand tighter. I couldn't see his expression in the darkness of the limo. I knew his expression was no longer tight. It tends to soften whenever I show him that I'm here. I wonder how long he's been alone for. That's probably why he's spoiling me so much.

When we got to the house there was a puddle of blood in the living room. For some reason I didn't even blink in surprise. I just saw the blood and walked over it to get to the game cabinet. Battleship sounds good for now. Pain seemed amused by my choice of game. I glared at him and then stuck my tongue out. I will win no matter what it takes…

I lost… seven times. Each time I lost Pain would look at me for a long time then finally inform me that we should play once again so that I can win. If I was a child then I'd probably believe him but after a while I knew he just wanted to make me feel better. This was when I decided to find out what he wanted with the hours of playing this game.

"Do you get to play this often?" I asked curiously. He looked at me for a moment and the light from the ceiling made his piercings flash. I saw something glint in his eyes but before I could say or do anything it was gone and he was standing up with the board game. It was put up and everything. I watched him place the game where it belonged with all the others.

"Konan told me I should have something fun to do around the house. Electronics are difficult and have problems so I chose the safer method of board games." Pain explained and took my hand helping me up from the ground. I looked at him for a moment then smiled.

"That sounds good. You really do need something to bring the place to life. Screams echoing through the halls don't count." I sighed shaking my head knowing full well that he probably won't understand. Pain may like the whole girl screaming thing but I'm not too into it. I keep wondering what kind of torture is going on. I don't get it… who all lives here and what's up with all the sadists? Are there masochists in this place as well? I wouldn't mind so much if there was.

"Fine then. I'll attempt to think of something new to create life in this place. Maybe some flowers or something?" Pain mused. I looked at him for a moment then shook my head in disdain. That'd be no good. Even if he were able to find a good plant that could bring some life…

"There's no way you can take care of a plant without killing it." I informed him seriously. Pain scowled and led me to my room. I watched as he put up all the clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry that he bought me. If I live here and choose him I can keep it all but is it worth it?

"She was harsher then you. Not nearly as nice, and couldn't notice emotions if her life depended on it." He said making me tilt my head to the side in curiosity. He then looked over at me. "You're nothing like her and yet I like you so much better than the love of my life." He said softly then turned around and left leaving me to finish what he started.

I thought about what he said and decided that I do, in fact, have a likeable personality. No wonder they all like me so much. Pain crossed my mind once again. He's a bit troubled and creepy but at the same time he's interesting. I looked down at my fighter outfit. After this I still have five days… what else will I have to wear?

The week passed by quickly. He didn't mention Konan again and I was grateful. I don't want to pick him for pitying reasons. He deserves better than that. I smiled at him and wore the nurse outfit outside of the house as he took me to the airport. Apparently Konan is next. I smiled softly to myself wondering what it's going to be like over there.

That's when I remembered how she practically raped me. I turned to Pain and smiled at him. "This was fun. I might even choose you so that we can play battleship again!" I grinned making him smile quickly then stop and turn away. I watched him go.

"I like you Pain. Sure you're not cute like Tobi but you've got stuff." I nodded then boarded the plane ignoring all the grotesque stares. Even if someone does like what they see… I'm stuck with the Akatsuki anyhow. I smiled.