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Dear readers, I am trying to keep the characters as close to their personalities as possible, but in order to get the story going Sasuke has to act slightly off in some cases(only a few..). If some of you have written or read stories about him, you probably understand the difficulty to put him in a relationship with someone, given the way he acts. Too cold... That's why I want YOU to help me out and inform me about what should I do to make this story good. I can't guarantee that Sasuke isn't going to act just a little OOC because that is kind of impossible (maybe that's because of my poor writing skills...). I promise to try hard nonetheless. I hope you like the story!

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The Revival of The Clan

Chapter 10

~The Next Part of the Mission~

Night...dark...breath-taking luminous stars...and that intense feeling. That turn of events that could not be described. Nothing much, just him. It was enough for a change of heart, for a change of plans, for new emotions to be explored. Those are emotions, right?

I wasn't cold, even though the night was chilly. It felt warm. My body felt like it was in a blazing fire, but not as much as the warmth his body was sending me. Those kisses...the first kiss I ever had. I shared it with him, with Uchiha Sasuke. Those obsidian eyes, were so tempting and I couldn't stop looking at them. I felt safe and for the first time in years I wanted to be protected from someone again. I had relinquished that feeling. However, Sasuke seemed so dependable, so strong, and that very man was holding me and kissing me deeply and possessively like I was something important, something precious even a little bit, just slightly more important than I was until then. Just slightly more important than those women chasing after him. After all, he was with me now, he was kissing me and not them.

Somehow I felt important. I couldn't stop contemplating about that. I always considered myself expendable, a mere tool, a burden when not taking missions to lead them to their success. But, Uchiha Sasuke, the most desirable man I knew, held me in his strong arms...me...that useless and expendable me. Our kisses never stopped, maybe a couple of times to breathe. I was lost literally and emotionally. I didn't know what to do, how to react, what to say, how to touch... Was he happy? Did he enjoy that? Could he possibly be as happy as I was? Probably not. I met heaven with every sense I had, with sight, touch, smell, hearing, and of course taste. He was heavenly wonderful. He seemed to know where he was leading us. I honestly had no clue. I wanted to make him feel nice. Could I? I was never good at those stuff.

His occasional -but nonetheless innocent in a way- little moans were a good thing, right? I could not help it either. I wanted him close to me... I will never forget that divine frame over me, that soon literally and practically was on my body. I could hardly breathe, and not because of his weight. He was careful enough, but still lied on me trying to cherish those magical moments. I put my arms around him, holding him as close as I could. The most surprising thing is that he didn't resist that touch. I even think he might desired it. In any case, he didn't leave. He was there all night, with his lips protecting mine every single second, making my pain go away...

When I woke up everything seemed weird. The atmosphere felt sweet but strange. The next day was finally here. I sensed that Sasuke was sleeping next to me like every other day. But, this time it was so different because he held me in his arms. We slept hugging each other, lulling each other with the sound of our breaths…it seemed like a lullaby to me. So much harmony…It felt like this was my place to be. I wanted to snuggle in his strong chest, in his safe arms forever, but as always with him, I was too hesitant to make any move... This man..Uchiha Sasuke was finally showing some of his tender side at last. I was honored to say the least to be able to witness first hand this man opening just a little bit to someone.

I haven't opened my eyes yet. However, I sensed that the young man next to me was slowly waking up, leaning closer to me only to kiss my cheek gently. I opened my eyes and I was delighted to see his.

"Good morning Sasuke." I told him.

"Morning" he said with what must was a small smile. He leaned closer once again, gently pressing his lips on mine. It wasn't rush, it wasn't demanding nor hard…it was a simple touch enough to satisfy both of our souls from pain for only a while though.

"Did you sleep well this time?" he asked me and I nodded yes. I put my hands on his face holding him there.

"Did you?" I asked.

"Hn...I have you at last…. So damn long..." He stated without practically answering, while giving me one more gentle and pure kiss. That was Uchiha Sasuke? I have been wondering about that a lot lately...

"HEY TEME!We are looking for you since yesterday…you better have kept Aelia safe you bastard!" I heard Naruto's voice from the door.

"Hn…so annoying" Sasuke said parting us from our kiss. I smiled at his statement and pointed towards the bathroom, so that Sasuke can grant me approval to use it. He nodded and I went in, changing my clothes.

"You finally opened the damn door, you idiot…where is Aelia-chan?" I heard Naruto ask.

"She is in the bathroom, dobe…geez...You are so loud."

"Aelia-chan? Are you all right?" Naruto asked me from behind the door. That moment I left the bathroom only to greet one happy Naruto and one Sasuke with…well… his usual smirk.

"Good morning Naruto!" I smiled to the blonde.

"Aelia-chan…I was worried that this teme was going to run away or give you a hard time, dattebayo." Naruto said rubbing his head. I looked at Sasuke meaningfully.

"Well he did give me a hard time…and he did run away but everything is all right now…" I casually said.

"Hn" Sasuke said again…I swear…some time I will punch him for that one.

"If you say so…" Naruto murmured looking at both of us questioningly."Well, come for breakfast…everyone is waiting for you, dattebayo…"

"Speaking of which…where is everyone else, dobe? They don't seem worried to me…"

"Kakashi-sensei told us not to disturb you two and that you can take care of each other…so everyone else thinks I should leave you alone…Ha…I couldn't help it ….I had to see what is going on, dattebayo." Naruto answered proudly.

But the real question is: What is going on? What happened? I did not have the answer,that's for sure. I gave Sasuke a quick glance…he was looking at me. We didn't have to talk to understand that none of us would actually speak of what happened. It was for us alone to know…But…was it that important? Was it important enough for not to tell? Not let the others know? What was it really? What a kiss means? What a sweet moment want to prove? What our pain wants to show us? Where his dark eyes want to lead me? Heaven or maybe ...

"Ok Naruto...we are coming… "I told my loud friend and we all left the room heading for the cafeteria of the hotel. Our captain and teammates were all there.

"Kashike, Kamatari!" Kakashi called while Sakura was waving at us. Kakashi was looking at me and Sasuke, then he gave a deadly glare to Naruto." Look who we have here: Kamatari and Kashike..." Kakashi said with his usual…err…smile… "Why is that Naho?" he asked Naruto.

"Why is what sensei…err I mean Hibachi-san…"

"Didn't I tell you not to interrupt those two?"He whispered with a kind of demanding tone.

"I don't understand why, dattebayo. It's not like they are dating or something…" Naruto whispered back. At that Sakura's eyes widened and she stared at the both of us.

"That is not the only reason not to interrupt someone, Naho-kun" Sai stated while drinking his tea. We all looked at Sai. This was too rational to come from his mouth…

"What do you mean, Sai?" the blonde asked.

"Well… one book mentioned that they don't have to be dating to…" But, he couldn't finish his sentence, because Sakura was fast and a punch on his face was certain to come. My cheeks turned a little pink, even though we were totally and utterly innocent.

"Everyone…stop it already…" Kakashi warned them."I have important things to tell you." he stated and we all focused on him."But first...I want you all to gather your belongings…we are departing." He announced and we nodded while heading to our rooms to be prepared for the last part of our mission: Infiltration and Assassination.

We soon left the hotel and gathered at the edge of the forest, near the river. There we changed our clothes finally wearing our shinobi uniforms, those with which we always felt comfortable. My clothes this time consisted of my usual mesh armor, a black high-collared, sleeveless blouse, much like a kimono, dark grey short pants under a white apron skirt, black jonin gloves and black boots like Sakura's. In many ways our clothes looked similar, but not the same. My pouch was completely ready and my tanto fully sharpened. Above all else, I longed to wear my forehead protector again...

"So, now that we all are here." Kakashi started when Sakura and I returned from the trees, fully dressed."The information we gathered specifically indicates…"

"That the bastards' hideout is towards north from here, about 4 hours' way, dattebayo."

"That's right Naruto." Kakashi smiled.

"I am impressed you actually managed to remember that one, dobe…"

"Teme…"

"Hey , focus you two!" Sakura yelled at them. Kakashi coughed to get their attention.

"Well, thank you, Sakura" He continued." Our job, obviously is to infiltrate and exterminate every ninja on their organization…if we need to hunt them down we will."

'Typical ninja mission' I thought to myself.

"I want you all fully prepared. And Naruto, Sasuke…I know you are strong but one of the worst situations someone can face is to underestimate his opponents. Do not take them lightly…they surely are weak compared to the Akatsuki or anyone like that and certainly weaker than you, but you have to be careful anyway." Kakashi warned our two prodigies. Sasuke just 'hn'ed.

"Count on me Sensei. Uzumaki Naruto is not going to fail you…" Naruto exclaimed while giving a 'thumbs up'.

"Good…Naruto–kun is excited" Sai said giving one of his fake smiles. Naruto just frowned.

"Senpai?" I asked for Kakashi's attention. He immediately complied."Our formation?"

"My opinion is that we should stick to our original one. However, it will only be our last resort. Do you agree with that…vice -captain?" He asked me smiling again.

"Hai, Captain." I replied."Although, I think we should not depart yet…I want to check a couple of things first."

"That's wise…Well done my dear." Kakashi stated …he knew my tactics.

"What…what is it?" Naruto asked.

"Baka Naruto…wait and see." Sakura told him.

"Aelia..?" Kakashi called "Do you want Pakkun to help you out?"

"It would be nice, senpai. Thank you." I replied and stand upright. Pakkun was just summoned and after greeting us he left for scouting.

"I don't understand, Aelia-chan…" Naruto said while I was forming my seals.

"Naruto, you are indeed clueless…" Sai commented earning a menacing face and some yelling from Naruto.

"Actually…Sai…I don't know either…What Kakashi-sensei and Aelia are doing?" Sakura asked with a slight blush. She hated the fact that she didn't know.

"I guess I will tell you..." Sai started. "It's a common technique while in reconnaissance and infiltration missions, really. Let me explain…you temporarily set the place of your departure on a genjutsu binding, that way no one can follow you. It's a high level technique mostly used by the ANBU captains. After you set the genjutsu, you have a sensory type ninja scout the perimeter. In our case that's Pakkun since no one of us is a sensor- type exclusively.

When you make sure of the perimeter you 'explore' your teammates chakra signatures giving you access to any tense feeling. Since ANBU isn't suppose to have those strong feelings while in missions this was the best way to detect danger. The effect of this technique though is temporary. When you have made sure your chakra is accustomed to your teammates', which is highly practical for Black Ops since we always change partners, you usually send one in the front and proceed slowly and carefully, especially when you are not wearing your mask or uniform. After you have checked that as well, you and your platoon can depart. It's not a big deal..." Sai pridefully explained.

"That makes sense…" Sakura mumbled.

"It's a highly effective technique, Sakura. When in ANBU this would be done in a second, since everyone works together, fully aware of the plan. It's one of the standards." Kakashi noted.

"Naruhodo…" (= I see) Naruto murmured.

"Obviously ours has some slight differences, right?" Sakura asked and Kakashi nodded.

"That's it. I am done…" I stated while finishing my seals. That exact moment Pakkun returned.

"Kakashi, kids…you can't leave using the initial plan. There are five families taking a walk together…They could see you and leak the information." The dog informed us.

"Ok Pakkun…thanks." Kakashi told him and we thanked the kind ninja dog as well. Then Pakkun disappeared while emitting white smoke, like all summonings.

"I say we take the river side for about 15 minutes..It would be enough to bypass them." Sasuke suggested.

"That's a good idea." I commented.

"I think so too, Sasuke-kun." Sakura then said.

"I agree as well." Kakashi stated.

"So by the riverside?" Sai asked.

"By the riverside, dattebayo!"

Author's note: Our little Uchihas are together now... Some of you might want more of it..No worries.. ;)

Don't forget.. the last part of their mission is starting and many dangers lie ahead.. In a few chapters everything is going to change... Wait for it!

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