A strange set of pace! It's a little off, but I figured I'd update in half the time, since this is chapter 9.5! for those who love/like this story you should thank YoU aRe GoNnA hAvE tOo GuEsS for it was their brilliant idea! BTW i might be late for chapter 10 so that is another reason im putting this up early.. i have a few chaps written.. but now, i re writing things because i ran out of my plot and YAGHTG brought the plot back to me! soo yeah.. let the re writing start! and let you enjoy this fantastic adventure of Kawako! R&R

It was 6:15 and I was dressed and ready, I still looked like shit with my black eyes and bruised nose but it was only Orochimaru anyway. I was getting a little annoyed with Madara, but finally luck came in and he went to the bathroom, I took that moment to run out of the house and down the street. I saw a dark green 2002 Audi A4.

"Heh, not bad.."

I as expecting some old school Dracula mobile or some shit like that. I opened the passenger seat and jumped in I looked over to see him staring at me. He wore a light cream kind of colour button up shirt and a pair of black dress pants. I on the other hand just wore a black three quartered sleeve shirt and a pair of black skinny jeans. I had a pure white belt separating the black.

"I'm not under dressed or anything am I?"

The creeper smile that seem to be permanently plastered on his face grew.

"Not at all, you look fantastic young Kawako."

I smiled, he was kinda sweet in the strange way. He put the car in drive and began towards the restaurant.

"I'm sorry for being late, I got caught up in some things."

"That's fine, it's always nice to be fashionably late."

He inked at me and I for some unholy reason blushed. I turned to look out my window hiding it and trying to figure out why I'm going crazy. It didn't take as long as I figured to get to the restaurant. But, it wasn't until we reached the parking lot that I realized what I was doing... I just got in some stranger creepers car willingly without telling a soul. I could have been kidnapped raped and or murdered! I think the colour drained out of my face at that thought because the golden eyed man gave me a worried look.

"Kawako... Are you okay? Do you need to go home?"

I shook my head and laughed like a dork.

"No, no, I'm fine!"

The smile was back on his face as he opened the restaurant doors for me. I nodded a thanks and walked in. I really wish I decided to go home now. The first person I see sitting at a table just a bit to the left. Coal eyes looked at me with questions they shifted over to the pale skinned man beside me. They widen and I swear I saw a vein burst in his head. He regained his composure quite fast, I on the other hand was more tense then an elastic being pulled by a UFC champ. We got seated right away, a booth right near the exit. I sat facing the back of the restaurant, facing Itachi and his brother. Itachi's eyes were on me the whole time, I could feel the hole burning through my very soul. We both ordered a glass of water and began to look at the menu. Orochimaru seemed more interested in me than the plastic thing in front of him. So many eyes! I took a peek over and saw Sasuke turn around. His eyes widen in shock and was about to wave hello when he heard the voice.

"So, Kawako, any ideas on your meal for tonight?"

The smaller Uchiha literally started to choke on whatever he was eating. I could sense Orochimaru about to look back I quickly picked up the conversation.

"Hmm, I'm not totally sure, it's a choice between, the steak with mashed potatoes and a side of salad or soup, or the pasta special for tonight. What do you think?"

"I see, well, I'm getting the spicy tortellini, with a soup. I believe the pasta is to die for at this place."

I nodded my head and shut the menu. I closed my hands in front of my mouth, like how Sasuke always sat in math class. Glancing over my hands I would sometimes take a quick look over at the Uchihas, they seemed on edge, well I knew Itachi was, I could feel HIS aneurism growing.

"You have a big tournament next week right young Kawako?"

"Yeah, I'm so excited. It's going to be our 3rd championship win in a row!"

"You're very certain you're going to win, aren't you?"

"Hell yeah!" My pose changed, getting excited about the topic. "I know for a fact! My team is amazing this year! Kiba has really grown, he's probably going to replace Neji when he graduates this year. I'll really miss that conceited, destiny obsessed freak."

"A lot of your close friends will be leaving this year won't they?"

I nodded in a sad way.

"Oh Kawako, it'll be fine. You're a very tough girl. So, since so many are leaving, have you considered my Kick-boxing team?"

He smiled sweetly, if you can call it that and tilted his head to the side. I let off a light glare, he had to ruin a good thing didn't he.

"I never liked the sport, don't plan on playing it, nor joining your team... So just drop it!"

"Aww, young Kawako, there is no need to get hasty, why don't you just try it out? It could change you for the better."

"I said drop it! Got it?"

This was getting very frustrated and annoying. I left my one arm on the table as the other rubbed my forehead, my head was beginning to throb once again. Next thing I knew my wrist had a less then gentle grasp around it, I looked through my fingers to see Orochimaru's fingers wrapped around it. I glared poison tipped daggers at him. He jerked me forward, causing me to slam my other hand down, causing a lot of sound. His eyes, that looked so sweet and innocent the whole night now narrowed and had a deadly look upon them. It scared me, but I kept my tough mask on, glaring at him.

"Let go of me before you lose your fucking hand..."

"You're going to join me young Kawako, it's what you really seek in life, power..."

"Burn in hell you bastard."

By now Itachi was up and coming over. He walked up and cleared his throat as he reached the table. Orochimaru's hand shifted, twirling his finger causing them to intertwine with my own. At this point I would chew of f my own arm.

"Oh, Itachi, it's such a pleasure to see you here! I was just enjoying a pleasant night out with young Kawako here."

Sasuke walked over with the famous 'if you fuck with me I will burn you alive' look on his face as he looked down at the snake like man.

"Oh! Sasuke! You're here too! What a small world, how are you this evening?"

"Is there something wrong?"

"No, of course not, I'm sitting enjoy a night out with Kawako."

The annoyance was growing in his eyes, his grip tightened on my hand. My eye twitched at the feeling.

"We were just leaving, did you need a ride Kawako?"

Orochimaru opened his mouth but I was faster. I yanked my hand away and stared down at the man smugly.

"Thank you so much for the dinner Orochimaru, but I must take my leave. Please, enjoy the rest of your evening."

I smirked triumphantly as I walked over to the Uchiha's.

"It's only a matter of time Kawako."

"Over my dead body. Goodbye Orochimaru."

Venom poisoned each word as I spat it to the black haired man sitting at the booth still. I turned on my heel and walked out. The Uchiha's slightly behind me, having to pay for their meal before leaving. I got in the backseat of Itachi's black old school mustang. I crossed my arms and sunk down, like a pouting kid leaving Disney Land early. Sasuke jumped in the front right after, a couple more minutes and Itachi was in the driver's seat, starting the car. I stared out the drivers side back window as we drove down the highway. That freak has more plans up his deceitful sleeves. I grimaced at the reflection of myself in the glass. Why? I wasn't that special in fighting or anything but soccer, and even then, I'm sure there is somebody better than me. Kakuzu was really good in soccer, he used to be able to beat me, don't know if he still can though. Soon enough we were at the Uchiha's and Sasuke was getting out of the car, I quickly climbed up to the front seat smiling at the dark eyed boy. He gave me a worried look.

"Goodbye Sasuke, thanks."

He nodded and walked into his home. Itachi sighed as he backed out of the driveway. He stayed silent for part of the way, but I could feel his gaze flickering back and forth from the road to me.

"So, you're just going to act like nothing happened?"

"That was the plan, yeah."

"You know I think of you as a sort of litter sister right?"

I raised an eyebrow. "Sort of?"

"You're a little crazy, I wouldn't really wanna be related to you..."

I laughed, what a jackass.

"You're such a jerk."

A smile tinged at his lips, but didn't last long.

"So, why were you with Orochimaru?"

I shrugged my shoulders, I didn't know for sure.

"He wanted to pay me back for that dumb Tanyo whatever bitch..."

We pulled in my driveway and gave me a worried look.

"I'm fine Itachi, I promise, thank you for the ride, and please... Don't tell Kisame or any of the guys. I beg you."

He was hesitant, but nodded none the less. He grabbed something out of the glove box and arm rest. He wrote something down and handed it to me. I was standing outside now, leaning over the opened door. I grabbed the piece of paper with numbers on it.

"Call me if you get in a tough situation. Alright?"

I smiled at the man, he may always take hours in the bathroom, be a total ass in the morning, annoy me to no end and be a prick a lot of the time. But, really in the end, he was a great guy. Sasuke was lucky to have him as a brother. I slammed the car door and watched him back out and drive off, I turned staring at the house with horror. I knew Kisame would be in there, and if I'm lucky Madara will be gone. And I also knew, that he probably waited till Kisame was home and told him how I ran out. Sadly, I would rather be fighting it out with Orochimaru right now then facing the blue shark toothed man. I took a deep breath to try and calm down. I walked in the door.

"KAWKAO HOSHIGAKI!"

I could feel my stomach hop out m throat and run away with my back bone and brain. I stood in front of the door, the large man walked up slowly, his face screaming red rum... I could feel a dark aura surround me as he neared. I almost pissed myself really.

"Where the fuck did you run to! Tobi told me how you looked and felt like shit, next thing he knew you were gone! Why do you have black eyes? What the hell did you do?"

I felt like breaking down and crying, like a little kid with a father who just exploded on her. I took a gulp of my fear and tried to speak.

"Well, I uh, hit my face off of the soccer ball... Than while going to class, I umm, uh, Sasori was behind me and I walked into him, crushing my nose again. The, umm.." I avoided any to all eye contact of the large haunting man. "...The hits to the nose caused my eyes to blacken, I think I broke it as well. Then, I came home and Tobi was here.. He bugged me and wouldn't leave me alone so I just took a run for it when he went to the bathroom! I had no choice! You have to know how it feels!" My confidence and quick tongue began to work once again. I could feel my words coming out clearer and smoother. "As I walked around Itachi and Sasuke found me and picked me up, we went for dinner then they dropped me off here..."

His anger barely vanished as I explained my story, his face was this strange colour from all the blood rushing to it in a fit of rage. He sighed.

"Do that again, and I will hunt you down and make you wish you were never born! Do I make myself clear Kawako? You do NOT just run off like that!"

I nodded. "Yes sir."

With that I ran up the stairs and locked myself in my room. I knew my lock couldn't keep that beast from breaking in and strangling me still, but it's all I had. Fucking Madara, he probably made it sound so much worse! I'ma kill him, it's as simple as that. I sprawled out on my bed, what a fucking day, I looked at my wrist, it still had a faint red mark on it. My head was spinning, I couldn't even imagine what would happen if Itachi and Sasuke weren't there. If I didn't already know I would fail, I'd just go and kick Orochimaru's ass myself. I heard a light knocking on my door. I flinched instantly at the sound, causing myself to hit the wall beside me.

"Kawkao, are you alright?"

I heard a different voice. I walked over unlocking and opening the door. A man with yellow eyes and fluffy green hair stood in front of my door.

OROCHIMARUS POV

I sat there watching the retreating figures. That blasted Uchiha, he always seems to be ruining my plans. It's only a matter of time. A girl walked up a little confused.

"Is your friend comign back?"

"No, she was feeling a little under the weather."

"That's a shame, can I get you a drink?"

"Yes, a glass of water please."

The girl nodded and left. I pulled out my cell phone and clicked a button for speed dial. A voice on the other line addressed me.

"Kabuto.. It seems Itachi has ruined yet another plan... Right, yes... Heh, perfect Kabuto... Yes, my idea exactly."

The girl brought over my drink ad I nodded a thanks. I stirred the ice cubes of my drink. A wicked grin on my face.

"Yes, begin plan B."

With that I clicked my phone shut.

"Heh, oh young Kawako, how nice it will be when I use you to bring down your older brothers own team."

I didn't have much time though, kick-boxing began in a month. I smiled once again, I'll have her in three weeks. I wonder how it feels, havign your own protective behaviour be the reason

KAWAKOS POV

"Zetsu?"

"Hello. You walked right by me. Bitch."

"Sorry."

I let go of my door and walked over to my bed, laying back down. I could hear him walking over. He shoved me over and laid beside me on the bed.

"What's wrong?"

I shrugged my shoulders. I heard a chuckle from the man.

"What do you want Zetsu?"

"I come to be supportive, and you act all rude..."

I laughed and turned my head. "You're such a loser you know that."

"Yeah, and yet I'm still you're best buddy."

I smiled. Zetsu, you cease to amaze me.