(Author's note: There might be some fluff….maybe….havent quite decided on it. *glomps Yuuti-chan* its so nice to have a reviewer like you :D

And hello, Dina Sana. I'm so happy to have another reviewer :D

*gives free cookies to Yuuti-chan and Dina Sana*)

Chapter 11

Shiko nodded. "I suppose so… So um…what is it that I need to know?"

Madara motioned with his hand towards Pein, who then answered, "Like Madara said before, you need to know your role. As you know, most people believe you are dead, and if people were to find out you were alive it would cause a large stir- and unwanted attention. So, you will have to pretend to be someone else."

Madara nodded, and silenced Pein, wanting to talk to Shiko himself. "The other members believe you are a shinobi named Amaya. We came up with a story for you, interesting in hearing it?" it wasn't a question. Besides, Shiko would have to know her own story if her cover as 'Amaya' would work, so she nodded in response and let Madara continue.

"So basically… you are a shinobi from Kumogakure who left the village after having a large disagreement with the Raikage about one of your missions. While escaping the village, your face was horribly scarred in a battle with many of the anbu and you began wearing a mask to hide it. After becoming a rogue ninja and traveling around for a while, you had a conflict with a band of Konoha ninja, which resulted in the sealing of your spirit within captain Yamato. Pein learned of your abilities, and took Captain Yamato captive to obtain your spirit to be extracted so you could join the Akatsuki."

Shiko nodded. In all, it sounded like a pretty acceptable story. "Ok," she said. "But what about the mask? I need it to keep in check with my backround, and to hide my sharingan…"

Madara opened one of the drawers on the desk that he was standing next to, and pulled out a a mask. He tossed it across the room, and Shiko caught it in one of her hands.

It was identical to the mask Madara wore, the only difference being that it was white instead of orange.

"You will wear this one, I had it specially made so that it would match Tobi's," he replied. Shiko nodded, almost giggling. She found it amusing that he wanted them to match. It was kind of sweet, in a way…

"I like it…." It had a neat design, in her opinion, and she liked the fact that it was similar to Madara's.

Madara looked at her expectantly, waiting for her to put it on. So did Pein. It almost struck her as funny, the way they were looking at her. Shiko didn't know why. It just seemed… funny.

Sensing the impatience emanating from the two males, Shiko didn't hesitate any longer in putting on the mask.

It took her a moment to adjust to only seeing from one eye, but she adapted quickly enough. Being Amaya would prove to be an interesting endeavor…

"You're ready, Amaya-chan!" shrieked Madara in his Tobi voice, startling her.

"Um…yeah, I guess…"

'Tobi' almost seemed to pout, making Shiko want to smile. Though she'd never admit it, she found his behavior cute, and kind of entertaining as well.

"You need to make your voice a little bit higher in pitch, disguise it a little," Madara murmured in his regular voice. Then he switched back to Tobi's voice (Shiko was going to go crazy if he kept switching this often and confusing her). "Come on! It's time to go meet the new members!"

He grabbed her arm, pulling her out the door and out of the room. It was a different hallway from before, and Shiko couldn't sense the presence of the creepy statue. It was probably quite a long way away. Good. The thing freaked her out.

As they were walking, Shiko noticed a number of doors on the way. "Those are Tobi's friend's rooms," Tobi said as they walked past. "You'll be staying in one too."

They came to a large open room, with gray carpet, a couch, and a tv which looked like it might be broken.

Part of the room narrowed, turned and had a corner, and then opened up again into a large kitchen, with a few tables pulled together in the corner for when the Akatsuki would eat meals.

The sound of someone humming floated to Shiko's ears, coming from the kitchen area.

"Making soup, making soup…" It sounded like the girl Shiko had met a few weeks ago, Yuri.

"Let me guess… she's making soup?" Amaya/Shiko asked.

Tobi nodded.

"Yuri-chan! What kind of soup are you making?!" He shrieked, making Yuri jump and almost spill it.

"Look what you almost made me do! Don't startle me like that, you idiot!" the blonde woman yelled. Amaya winced at the tone of her voice.

Tobi sulked. "Tobi is sorry… Yuri-chan, this is Tobi's friend, Amaya-chan! Please say hi…"

Yuri blinked. "A new member…? Oh, its….H-hello, Amaya," she stammered, realizing what was going on.

Amaya waved. This might actually be some fun, she thought.

"Hello, Yuri-chan," she replied softly, changing her voice and making it higher pitched. She feigned a nervous position, fiddling with her fingers and slightly hiding behind Tobi.

As much as Shiko found 'Tobi' entertaining, she didn't want to act like that herself. It was too much work, and if her dark side emerged, it would cause trouble.

Tobi seemed to sense this, and went along with it.

"Amaya-chan is very shy," he explained. Tobi patted Amaya's arm in a reassuring way. "Don't worry, Yuri-chan is nice," he said in a cheerful tone. "…Most of the time," he added under his breath, earning a glare from her.

Tobi suddenly grabbed Amaya's hand, startling her and making her almost jump.

"Let's go meet the other members!" he chirped, pulling her away from the kitchen. Yuri stood there blinking, feeling the awkwardness of the suddenly ended conversation. She sighed, and then continued cooking the soup.

Tobi continued pulling Amaya until they reached the hallway, where he let go of her hand and let her walk beside him.

Since they were out of earshot of everyone else, Shiko returned her voice to normal.

But she still whispered, just in case.

"Do we have to go and meet the other members? I don't want to…"

Under his mask, Madara raised an eyebrow.

He thought for a moment, before replying, "You do have to be introduced to everyone else, but I suppose it could be postponed for a little while… if you give me a hug."

"….." Shiko stared at him, the shock setting in.

"….."

"What?" Madara asked, almost sounding defensive.

"…." A second passed, and Shiko burst into laughter.

"Nothing," she replied, "Its just…It's just…You're…you…and it…just…doesn't seem like…something you'd… ask for…and.. I guess it just seems….silly…" She was clutching her sides now, laughing even harder.

Madara growled. Shiko quieted, mentally smacking herself. She knew from experience that it wasn't a good idea to get this man angry.

"Perhaps," he said, his voice low.

"Or maybe, I want to feel your body pressed against mine. Maybe, I feel very needy, and I require close physical contact to keep from going…insane…" His voice was a smooth as silk, and his words drew a blush to Shiko's face. It no longer seemed silly.

"So, I ask again….do I get my hug?"

She looked up, realizing he had removed his mask when she looked away.

Shiko nodded slowly and stepped forward, wrapping her arms around him.

Instantly, Madara drew her closer to his chest with crushing strength, burying his face in her neck.

"I want to see your face," he breathed, gently slipping off her mask. It fell to the floor with a barely audible tap, no one paying attention to it any longer.

Their eyes met for a moment, years of raging emotion being exchanged through what seemed to be a simple glance.

The moment passed, and Madara buried his face into the side of her head, nuzzling it affectionately.

Then, his touch seemed to get a little more…demanding.

His right hand slid from her shoulder to the small of her back, brushing his fingers along her spine. It went even lower, resting finally on her butt.

With that hand he pulled her even closer, pressing her lower body against his.

"M-Madara-kun…." Shiko's face turned red.

There was a glint in his eye. "Yes?" he murmured a reply, his eyes glinting with an emotion that she did not recognize.

Still being gentle, he squeezed her backside firmly, and then proceeded to suck lightly on Shiko's earlobe.

"What are you doing?" she asked, shivering. Though she'd never admit it, she felt slightly uncomfortable with his advances.

She loved him deeply, but this kind of touch was new. Even in the time before her spirit's sealing, they'd never 'done the deed'. Shiko wasn't sure if she wanted this to happen yet.

"…Does it bother you?" he purred, his voice still smooth. It sounded almost...predatory. Like he wanted something very badly.

Which, he did.

Shiko was about to reply when a large explosion rattled their ears.

Madara pulled away from her, snarling. "Deidara," he hissed, extremely unhappy about having the moment interrupted. The blonde bomber would have hell to pay for this…

"I must take care of that," he said to Shiko, putting on his mask and reverting his voice back to Tobi's.

"Amaya-chan can explore around the base if she wants to," he chirped, before running off, leaving her alone in the cavernous hallway.

Shiko sighed. Now that she had joined the Akatsuki, her life was going to get a lot more complicated.

She had a lot to think about now, with many elements of her life being so uncertain….

Including Madara.

Especially Madara.

Mostly Madara.

End of chapter 11

(Second Author's note: Sorry about the long wait between updates, I've been kinda busy over the holidays….I just got back from a horseback riding camp (Yes, Its winter where I am, but I went anyway :P)…..um….I have a question for the reviewers to answer. Two, actually.

So….I know the story plot is mainly focused on Shiko and Madara. But, I want to add in a backround plot, centering on Yuri and her relationships. So basically… my first question is: Do you want her to have a love triangle with Deidara and Itachi? If you don't, could you please suggest some ideas for subplots centering around her?

My second question for the audience….

Should I have more flashbacks? I just realized I haven't done any for a while. Its not really important formesince I already know everything that happened to them in the past, but you guys don't…so…should I do more flashbacks?

I shall give out free virtual cupcakes to everyone who answers the questions :D)