Chapter 10- Hospitality
"Deidara, is that you?"
Deidara smiled, "Yes it is!"
Pleased, Pein extends his arms, "Oh it's been ages. Welcome!"
Ino and Gaara exchanged glances.
"Itachi and I were the best of friends with Pein, a very long time ago." Deidara explained.
"Itachi, how is he?" Pein smiled.
"Well. . Pein. We believe it's time we put Itachi to rest. He has abused his power and we come to you for some help. We stand before you, three of the four elders of our coven, because he has taken another elder's new born. He has broken his own rules in his own oven and they are out dated. We wish to take over the coven, maybe combine with yours. But it's time to rewrite the book. I believe in loyalty, but forced love is another idea totally." Deidara sighed.
Pein thought it over and then nodded, "Anything for an old friend. I apologize on Itachi's behalf."
"Don't apologize for his mistakes, Pein."
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They joined Pein's coven for a meal at a long table. It was large, but not quite as big as Itachi's, they must have a smaller coven, thought Ino.
"This is my Konan." Pein stroked the blue haired woman's cheek. She was quite gorgeous and seemed perfect.
"She's beautiful." Deidara smiled, "This is my Ino, she is a fellow elder. Along with Gaara." Deidara pointed in their directions, "The blond boy is Gaara's follower, Naruto. And the girl is Temari whom is Ino's.
Pein laughed, "Nice to meet you all. Such a large coven he must have. We have two elders here, myself and Tayuya. She could not make it tonight but I'm sure you will meet her."
The atmosphere seemed to inviting, they fit right in.
"Tomorrow night, we will return to the coven. You will join us?" Deidara asked.
"Yes, we will." Pein held Konan's hands.
Ino smiled, "Thank you so much.