Well I finally did it... I realised where this story is ending. After the months of fighting with myself over what I was gonna do with this story I finally figured out what I'm gonna do. It's all uphill from here people ;)

(I DONT OWN NARUTO OR AKATSUKI)

My Angel

Past Rejections Relived

"Emikoh….." His voice rang from above me. I was still tired and I cuddled into the blankets that I had not noticed were even there. "Come on beautiful, it's time to deal with the morons… I already talked to Pein but we have to inform the rest of your return.."

"Return…?" I said sleepily. I couldn't even remember what Itachi was talking about. All I remember was hours and hours of Itachis. I smiled slightly and blushed at the thought. But what return? I remember waking for a minute from Itachi's Tsukuyomi realm but I fell asleep soon after…but where?

"Just get up. You were always so oblivious when you first awake. You'll remember everything once you see Hidan." Itachi said. I instantly growled and scratched at the air at the name, remembering my time I spent as I Jashinist demon a few months back. Itachi chuckled and caught my hand, kissing my wrist. "Come.." He said. I rose obediently and mumbled about my idiot ex and annoyingness of everything that has been happening recently. Everything soon came back to me as I dressed and when I was finished I looked over to Itachi in confusion.

"Ita…" I said.

"Hn….?" He barely responded as he slipped his cloak on for the day. His eyes met mine a second later.

"Are we dating?" I said, somewhat immaturely but I didn't care. I was tired and my mind was fogged.

"Yes." He said plainly.

"When did I agree to this?" I said. He smirked.

"You didn't. I kidnapped you."

"Huh?" I said, confused.

"As far as every village knows, the famous criminal Itachi Uchiha just committed a new crime and kidnapped a beautiful woman. You wanted a way to be with me and leave without hurting anyone's feelings and without feeling guilty. Now you have it." He said. I stared in shock.

"But…..don't you feel guilty?" I said. He chuckled darkly and held me to his chest.

"I should. But, I don't. I think my minds clouded by your love…" He said softly and nuzzled my hair. I blushed and rested on his chest. Itachi was so sweet and romantic but I had a strange feeling that he was trying to go through our love quick…like it was going to be short termed….

"Oooooooooooo Itachiiii…. You're in trouble…." Kisame said from the doorway, interrupting our cuddle and my train of thought. I growled lightly in Itachi's chest and he chuckled.

"No, I'm not. Leader knows. The only problem is protecting her from Deidara and Hidan. Can you assist me Kisame?" He said. Kisame shrugged and walked over to us. I noticed that their friendship had been repaired from the earlier tension of Itachi helping me. I didn't know what Itachi could have said to gain the respect back but I was happy Kisame was so easy going. Kisame laid his hand on my shoulder and smiled.

"Hey Emi, long time no talk," He winked playfully, I smiled politely but flinched a bit. I couldn't forget that Kisame was one of those who voted for my death. He frowned and stroked my cheek, "Hey I'm sorry for before. I guess Deidara had me worked up. I missed you a bunch Emi. Forgive this idiot?" He said with a goofy grin. I had to smile and hug him, tightly. He laughed and hugged me back. I noticed to the side of us Itachi was smiling ever so slightly in relief. I smiled at him and held his hand before we walked out, with me tightly in the middle of the two strong men.

"Emi!" I heard a deep man voice yell in a boyish way that did not fit him. I turned towards the direction it came from and was hugged and spun by a greatly enthusiastic Kakuzu. Itachi and Kisame stared with wide eyes as Kakuzu snuggled me. I giggled and hugged him tightly back.

"Kuzu!" I said. He chuckled below his mask and stood back, returning to his usual self in a few seconds. I giggled and stepped back next to Kisame and Itachi. Kakuzu followed behind us, joining my backup. I was slightly scared that I felt like they were body guards, what would they be guarding me from? Is there going to be a fight?

"Hey! Itachi-san!" I heard Deidara call from behind us. Itachi, Kisame, and Kakuzu turned and spread out a bit, letting me just barely be visible to Deidara. Deidara's eyes met mind and a low snicker left his lips, "So it is true, hmm? Emikoh is back in Akatsuki. I guess it's for the better. That damn Leaf Village is a bitch to deal with. Nothing the Akatsuki can't deal with though. But, hey, I'm sure you're happy to be back Emi. I mean, now you don't have to deal with that loser Kakashi." Deidara said, obviously trying to piss me off. I stepped out from behind my new bodyguards and glared daggers at the blonde. No one bad mouths Kakashi or the Hidden Leaf Village.

"Shut the hell up Deidara. What's your problem anyway? Mad that you can't hurt me no more? Well guess what, you're never gonna touch me again!" I yelled. He stepped up and glared as well.

"Why not Emikoh? Why can't I touch you? Because you're a whore and you're little fuck buddies don't want to lose their toy?" He said. I glared and tackled him against the wall, trying to punch his lights out. He grabbed my arm and twisted it behind my back. I reached my foot behind his knee and dragged him to the ground. He was about to punch me before he was stopped. I was expecting one of my bodyguards since I had heard them coming over but instead it was Hidan. Deidara glared at the Jashinist but Hidan just looked sullen. After a minute Deidara released me and walked off after giving me a parting glare. I stood up and fixed my clothes. Hidan just stared into my eyes. After a minute of him looking deep into my eyes I decided to speak.

"Yes Hidan?" I said. It hurt just to say my former love's name so calmly. He sighed and rubbed the back of his neck, suddenly awkward.

"Erm… can I talk to you in my room Emi?" He said.

"No." I said. He stared in shock before glaring in irritation.

"Why?" He said.

"Because I wouldn't want to be tempted to be a whore. Since that's all I am to you." I said. He sighed and put his hands up in submission.

"Fine, fine. I get it. I've been harsh. But I want to talk to you. Bad…" He said. I stared at him in confusion. I looked back at Itachi who was staring at Hidan warily.

"Itachi..?" I said.

"It's your choice. I don't know how safe it is to trust him though. We won't be too far but be careful." He said. I nodded and looked back at Hidan.

"Fine." I said. I followed him to his room a few doors down and he let me in first. I walked in and he shut the door behind us.

"You lock that door Hidan and I use your own scythe to cut you're head off. And I'm not telling which one." I said, and Hidan quickly stepped away from the door.

"Okay….um…" Hidan said, looking away.

"Just talk Hidan. What do you want from me?" I said. He looked into my eyes again and cursed under his breath.

"Damn it Emi… I'm …..I….I regret hurting you. I know you wanted us both happy. It's just that I got this complex that you were an angel. When I saw you and Sasori… I don't know… I felt like my world was crashing in on me. But I went to far. I knew everything Jashin did to you and made you do and I just let it happen out of payback. But it was too much. Nothing is your fault Emi. You made a mistake, okay. I've made a billion. I got to fix things now. I'll figure out how to get Sasori back. Somehow…" He said. I knew Hidan would never directly apologize but his attempt was adorable. I walked close to him and laid my head on his chest. He stroked my hair and held me close.

"I forgive you Hidan. I don't know why I do, but I do. I'm sure I'm gonna kick myself later for it and a lot of people are going to think I'm stupid for it but I forgive you. I've made mistakes and I've been hurt so I don't want to cause you anymore pain like other people did me. I'm doing this to spare your pain, not because I want to deal with you again." I said. He nodded and looked out the window.

"I guess I can take that. But… I need your help. I don't know how to get Sasori back." He said. I nodded and sat on his bed, trying not to remember the last time I was in it.

"That is a tough one. Have you tried talking with Jashin-sama? What does he say you need to do?" I said. He sighed.

"Well if I don't want to sacrifice you or me I have to… well… get his little girl minion back under his wing…." He said, trailing off.

"Huh?"

"You and me have to do a sacrifice Emi. A lot of them. Bigger than any killing spree I have ever done. And all in Jashin's name. But to ask you to taint your hands and mind with blood again… Itachi wouldn't…" He said. I stared at him and nodded slowely.

"Okay…" I said. He looked over, confusion covering his features.

"What?" He said.

"I'll do it. I mean Sasori is burning down there Hidan! And it's our fault! I'll do anything for him. And… I'm fine with getting that side of me back. The monster inside… it felt good at first. It just got bad when you stopped helping me learn to hold it back. I liked having power for once. I've always been the healer and I love it but it's nice to be able to fight for myself for once. I'm just worried that Itachi may not like that side of me…." I said. Hidan stroked my hair and nodded.

"Let's just hope he still cares. I think he will. I still like you when you're wimpy and soft." He said teasingly. I giggled a bit and hugged him tightly.

"Oh, thanks Hidan. Good to know." I said. He chuckled and rested his face in my hair.

"Well let's go wake your demon Emikoh…." he said. And the bloodbath for Sasori's life began.

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