So, I'm a day late on updating this, but in all fairness, I've been sick as hell for the majority of the week. I could barely form a coherent sentence, much less write several of them. But anyway, I at least managed to get it finished so there's that.

WARNING: If you did not like Chapter 7, then you may want to skip the first part of the story. It has similar elements, BUT it is not as extreme and I was very careful about the way I wrote it. I revised the original scene to make it less dark and unsettling, but I still get if you don't like that type of stuff. However, the rest of chapter is very important and if such scenes make you uncomfortable, I again advise you to stop reading the story. If you don't have an issue, then please proceed.

Side Effects

Chapter 10

"They'd better slap a restraining order on that bastard," Naruto grumbled as he and Hinata walked out of the police station.

"I-it didn't help the last time I tried to file a report," she quietly told him, heading towards his car. "They took my statement, but nothing ever happened."

He took her hand and gave it a light squeeze. "Well, I'm not going to stop bothering them until they get off their asses and do something. But for now, maybe just stay at my place for the next few days. Just to be safe," he added quickly.

"Are you sure?" Hinata asked with uncertain nervousness.

"Positive," he replied with a grin. "I won't let him near you, so don't worry."

The drive to the facility lasted only a few minutes before Naruto pulled into the parking lot. Due to Hinata's punctuality, they'd managed to make it early, as per Kabuto's request. Unlike the first massage session, however, they were whisked away to a different area of the building.

"There are still some issues with the plumbing, so we decided to move the massages down to this part of the building instead," Yuko informed them. "So unlike last time, you will not be able to access the locker rooms to rinse off afterwards. However, I don't think that you'll find it necessary with today's sessions."

Naruto and Hinata were led to separate rooms to undress, stripping off their clothes and wearing only the white cotton robes that were provided. When they emerged, Yuko was waiting for them. "Once you go into your designated room, please take the supplement that has been left for you."

"Before I forget, is Kabuto here?" Naruto inquired. "There's something that I want to talk to him about."

"Of course," she replied, giving a small nod as she smiled. "Yakushi-san will be checking up on you once your massages are finished, so if you have any questions, feel free to ask him them. But please be sure to at least take those supplements, as skipping a dose could alter the results of the trial." She led them down a short corridor, then motioned towards one of the doors. "Right through here, Hyuga-san."

Before Hinata could enter the room, Naruto pulled her into his arms for a moment, kissing her forehead. "We'll go back to my place when we get out," he told her, smirking. "Does that sound okay to you?"

She blushed, feeling his body pressed against hers. "Y-yes, that's fine."

Naruto planted a kiss on her lips, then reluctantly drew back to allow her to enter the room. Seconds later, he was in a room of his own, which resembled the one that he had been in during his first massage. The lights had been dimmed and the room was illuminated by scented candles that already seemed to relax him. He spotted the supplement on the small counter, along with a cup of water, proceeding to swallow the pill. As much as he really didn't want to keep taking those things without talking to Kabuto, he figured that he would get to the bottom of things once his massage was over.

Just like last time, Naruto removed his robe and hung it up on a hook, then got onto the massage bed. He lay face down, adjusting the small towel that they'd left for him over his bare ass. It took a few seconds of shifting, but he finally found a comfortable position and let out a sigh. Although he and Hinata had already made love twice that morning, he was still hungry for more. He simply couldn't get enough of her, and he was going to show her once they got back to his place.

The door opened, interrupting his thoughts, and he turned his head to see Miki and Kasumi, the women whom had administered his previous massage. To his surprise, however, there was a third woman that he didn't recognize. She appeared to be in her early twenties, her light brown hair tied back into a ponytail and her bangs framing her face. Like her colleagues, she seemed to be in a chipper mood as she met Naruto's confused gaze.

"This is Asuna," Miki explained. "She'll be helping us today."

"No, wait a minute," Naruto protested. "I'm not trying to sound rude, but I really don't think that I need three people massaging me at once."

Kasumi nodded in understanding. "Okay, that's fine. We were trying out a new type of massage, but if you'd prefer the regular session, then that's fine, too. Asuna, you can take care of the next client."

Once Asuna had left the room, Naruto relaxed once more as he lay face-down. His body felt a bit lighter, and his tension seemed to be slowly melting away as he got comfortable again. Within seconds, he could feel both Miki and Kasumi already working on his body, their skilled, oiled hands kneading his muscles. With a content sigh, the blond closed his eyes, his thoughts once again wandering back to Hinata. Miki massaged his shoulders, and he remembered the way that Hinata had gripped onto them during their love-making. He felt that throbbing between his legs again, though this time, he wasn't particularly distressed about it. It seemed that as these women touched him, all he could think about was his indigo-haired lover. He was reminded of her nails had raked up and down his back while Miki worked up and down said area.

Kasumi was concentrating on his muscular legs, rubbing his calves to ease any stiffness there might be. Her hands traveled up the backs of his thighs, right near where his towel ended. Naruto didn't seem to notice, still having several racy thoughts about Hinata in a frenzy. What the hell was up with him? There was no reason why he should be feeling like this, especially since Hinata had given him the relief that he had so desperately craved. Yet as the seconds ticked by, those thoughts and images did little to go away. If anything, they were becoming more obvious.

Naruto barely suppressed a groan, rubbing himself against the bed slightly. He couldn't help but picture Hinata being the one to sensually touch him all over, though her hands were smaller and more delicate than either of his masseuses'. Regardless, he was sure that she would be able to figure out every last spot on him that would drive him absolutely insane.

'How do you like that, Naruto-kun?' Hinata purred softly into his ear, making small circles along his back.

He knew damn well that it wasn't Hinata who was touching him, but that didn't seem to matter as his mind continued to tease him. He also didn't notice the door quietly opening, with Asuna discreetly entering the room.

"Hinata..." Naruto whispered, the throbbing becoming more noticeable. He wanted her so damn bad, and he was definitely going to show her exactly how much when they got back to his apartment.

'You like it when I touch you?' Hinata's soft voice murmured. Her hand slipped beneath the towel, gently moving along his ass in a slow, teasing manner.

Naruto could still feel those two pairs of hands working on his legs and upper body, but he was hardly paying attention to them. Right now, he was focused on his imagination of Hinata caressing him ever-so-softly. If anything, he was surprised that she had chosen such a risque spot on his body.

'Maybe I'm not quite as innocent as you thought,' she remarked playfully.

He certainly wasn't complaining. Those slick, oiled hands continued to work their magic on his body, leaving no spots untouched. Naruto could tell that he was leaking with arousal, and he felt one of those hands move away from his buttocks and slip in between his legs. Fingers gently caressed his balls, making him squirm a bit.

Miki and Kasumi exchanged glances, smiling as their client enjoyed his treatment. He was not aware that the supplement that he had taken wasn't the same one that he ordinarily took. As of now, he was seeing and feeling, not to mention hearing, what he wished for most; Hinata. Even if Asuna was the one touching him in those more forbidden areas, he seemed convinced that it was Hinata.

"Damn," Naruto swore under his breath as those fingertips traced along behind his balls. He writhed a bit more, those teasing motions driving him crazy. His back and legs were being thoroughly massaged at the same time, and he couldn't keep himself from letting out a groan. The hand moved back to his behind for a few more minutes, before Miki gently spoke up.

"Please turn onto your back, Uzumaki-san," she requested softly.

Barely registering what was being said, Naruto nevertheless complied, lost in his own world of fantasies. His erection stood straight up, the tip coated with his own lubricants. Kasumi and Miki switched positions, with Kasumi concentrating on his chest and stomach while Miki began to work on his legs and feet. His blue eyes were closed, clenching tighter when he felt fingers move along his groin, around the base of his cock.

"Oh, shit," he breathed. "Hinata..."

'Mmm, I love spoiling you,' Hinata told him sweetly. Her hand began to stroke him up and down, causing him to buck. The beads of pre-cum was more than enough to moisten his already glistening member. Her gentle grip moved from base to tip, going along his entire shaft with skill. A second hand began to trace along his balls once more, making him hiss through his teeth. 'D-do you not like it, Naruto-kun?'

That sensual voice was one that he never could resist. "No, I love it," he murmured, his eyes closed in ecstasy. His arousal continued to increase, and he felt it continually drip from his aching tip. He remembered when she had licked him clean the night before, not to mention this morning, and he smiled. Naruto wished that he could feel her naked body against his, grinding and rubbing like no tomorrow. He thrust his hips forward as the stroking picked up, the gentle grip tightening a bit. A shiver of delight passed through his entire body as three sets of hands simultaneously worked on his tanned, muscular body. Miki continued to massage his feet, sending jolts of pleasure straight up into his groin, while Kasumi brushed over his nipples.

'Do you want to cum for me?' Hinata asked in that tempting little voice.

'Yes, I want to cum!' he yelled inside his head, his need to release increasing more and more. That hand kept moving up and down the length of his cock, moving faster and harder than before. He was practically panting by now, his skin shiny from both oil and perspiration as the pleasurable sensations traveled through him. After a few more moments, he reached his peak and felt a much-needed release as he spurted his seed while the women backed away. Thick ropes of his cum landed on both him, the bed, and the floor as well, until nothing remained in his now-limp organ.

While Naruto tried to regain his breath, he vaguely felt a pinch in his right arm, and he briefly opened his eyes to see Miki drawing back. She was holding a syringe in her hand, having released its contents into the distracted blond. Before he could ask what was going on, he was suddenly overcome with an intense fatigue that seemed to come out of nowhere.

"What...?" Naruto trailed off, his bright blue eyes closing once more as he lost consciousness.

oooooooooo

Hinata stiffened when she saw the door opening, already positioned on the table with the towel draped over her. She supposed that she shouldn't be too surprised to see Mamoru and Takeshi enter the room, but she had not been expecting a third male to be joining.

Mamoru noticed the look of apprehension on her face. "Oh, this is Shiro. He's new, so he'll be observing today, if that's alright with you."

"O-okay," she murmured, looking at the new male for a moment. He appeared to be in his early twenties, his dark blond hair neatly trimmed.

"Ready to begin?" Takeshi questioned.

Hinata nodded, resuming her face-down position. She wasn't quite as nervous as she thought she would be. Last time she had been an anxious wreck, though maybe it was because she had already met them. Not Shiro, of course, but even now, she felt rather calm. She waited patiently as Takeshi and Mamoru prepared themselves, oiling up their hands as Shiro stood by. Seconds later, Hinata could feel their firm, yet gentle touches along her back and calves, and she let out a sigh. She couldn't stop thinking about the previous night, as well as the morning they had shared together. Waking up next to Naruto, in his bed no less, was like a dream come true.

Mamoru massaged her shoulders, his fingers gliding over her smooth skin. "Is that too much pressure?" he asked.

"No, it's fine..." Hinata mumbled, barely paying attention. Her thoughts were focused solely on her blond lover, and she couldn't wait to go back to his apartment with him. His invite had seemed innocent enough, but she had seen the lustful look in his eyes told her otherwise. The thought of Naruto ravaging her again sent a shiver of pleasure through her spine. She loved the way he had run his hands all along her body, holding her close to him. He had been gentle with her at first, gradually becoming more aggressive as the minutes passed. Hinata had loved every second of it.

Takeshi's hands ran up and down her legs, speaking softly to Shiro as he explained the technique. Hinata wasn't listening to them, feeling herself growing wet as she continued to think about Naruto. She rubbed her thighs together slightly, feeling a needy ache between them. It wasn't like her to be in such a state, but ever since she had reconnected with her hyperactive friend, it was happening more frequently. Last night they had been able to vent their sexual frustration on one another, giving in to their desires without a care.

"Mmmm..." She moaned softly, nearly inaudible as those hands continued to massage her body. Takeshi's hands slowly ran up the back of her thighs, stopping below that small towel meant to cover her. She could feel Mamoru's circular motions at her lower back, slowly working his way up. Hinata shifted slightly, getting more comfortable. It confused her that she wasn't panicking at the aspect of both men being so close to her towel, an uncharacteristically mellow disposition taking over. Was it because of Naruto? She certainly felt more at ease when she was with him, especially after Seiya had made an unwanted appearance.

Takeshi moved back to her legs and nodded briefly at Shiro, silently indicating him to approach the area. Silently, Shiro got to work on the young woman, hesitantly sliding his hands up the back of her towel.

"Naruto-kun," she whispered, aching to be touched by him. The wetness persisted, and she let out a quiet, frustrated sigh. She remembered how he had grabbed hold of her hair, pulling to make her look up at him. Naruto had been careful not to hurt her, but hadn't been afraid to mark her a bit. He had nipped at her neck, leaving faint love bites along her skin. Hinata never realized just how much of an erogenous zone her neck was until Naruto had attacked it. He seemed to know exactly what to do to make her tick. Her ears were sensitive, and he had been quick to discover that as well. The blond had been pleasantly surprised to learn that she liked his roughness.

'You're mine when we get back to my place,' he breathed into her ear.

Hinata shuddered, her excitement growing. She could feel his fingers moving under her towel, skimming over her flawless skin.

'If you thought last night was good, just wait until you see what I have in mind next,' he teased her. 'I'm taking you over and over again until I'm satisfied. Any complaints?'

"No," she breathed, rubbing her thighs together as her need increased. She could almost see his cocky grin, which turned her on even more. They both knew that she was his, neither of them wanting it any other way. The next few minutes were peaceful bliss as she continued to think about Naruto.

"Could you please turn over?" Mamoru asked gently as to not startle her.

Her mind elsewhere, Hinata wasn't even aware of the fact that she did as she was instructed. By now she was off in her own world, consumed by her ever-growing arousal. The towel had been discarded, but she didn't notice.

'If you're a good girl, I'll give you a nice surprise,' Naruto said huskily, his fingers sliding between her thighs. 'Do you want to know what it is?'

Hinata's lavender eyes were closed, her body feeling light as she felt his digits trace along her nether regions. She could only nod slightly, speechless as his fingers moved along that sensitive area. Another set of hands lightly ran along her breasts, massaging the soft mounds ever-so-gently. Her legs were getting the same treatment and she let out another soft moan. She could feel Naruto touching her all over, further fueling her excitement.

'Damn, you're soaked,' he commented, that smirk still plastered on his lips. 'Do I really make you that wet?'

"Yes," she whispered, writhing a bit as the oiled fingers gently touched her womanhood. She could feel them along her slit, brushing along her clitoris in a teasing manner. Hinata desperately wanted Naruto inside of her, and she arched her back slightly. Her nipples were stiff, feeling soft caresses over them. "Naruto-kun..."

Naruto moved his fingers a bit, letting his fingertip rest at her entrance. 'Do you want to cum? I can tell that you do. You're just so damn wet, not to mention tight,' he growled, his finger sliding in.

Hinata whimpered, loving the way his digit felt inside her. She let out another pleasured moan as he carefully moved it in and out, going slowly. As she felt this wonderful sensation, she thought back to how his cock had felt inside of her. Naruto was quite large, and she was surprised that he had managed to fit without breaking her in half, but the intensity had been mind-blowing. She loved how he had thrust back and forth, pinning her down onto the bed as he dominated her. Naruto had always been assertive, and he was not shy about taking what he wanted from her. Hinata was more than willing to give it to him. Her walls clenched around him, her clit being stimulated while his finger kept moving.

'You're so fucking adorable when you make that face,' he said teasingly. 'You want my cock, don't you? I know how much your throat loves it.'

Hinata simply moaned in agreement, feeling herself getting closer as the skilled hands continued to attend to her. She needed to feel him, all of him, but feeling his finger was amazing as well. He knew that she wanted it as much as she did, and he was going to make sure that she was properly pleasured.

"Oh...Naruto-kun..." she breathed, moving her pelvis as she reached her peak. Hinata shuddered, feeling the hands move away from her body as she orgasmed, leaving her a panting mess.

She opened her eyes, peering up at the ceiling as she tried to catch her breath. From the corner of her eye, she saw a syringe, and then felt herself suddenly drift into darkness.

xxxXXXxxx

"So, everything went smoothly, according to plan," Kabuto remarked, a smirk gracing his lips. "Both subjects have been detained separately, I assume."

His assistant nodded. "Yes, just as you ordered, sir. The sleeping agents made sure of that. If you don't mind me asking, what else was in those supplements? They were acting a bit...strange."

"Well, their usual supplements were infused with a mild hallucinogenic to...relax them a bit. I didn't want them to become upset, so I made their experience a bit more enjoyable for them. They never even knew what hit them." Kabuto made his way towards his office. "It's been a few hours since then, so they should be waking up soon. I'm sure that they'll have a few questions, so I must be ready to provide them their answers."

"Do you need anything else, sir?" she asked.

He shook his head, unlocking the door to his office. "I'm all set. Thank you, Chiaki. You have done more than enough." Without waiting for a response, he entered the room and closed the door behind him.

Kabuto sat down at his desk, switching on the monitor that would allow him to see inside both rooms. From the view of the split screen, he was able to observe Naruto and Hinata from inside his office. Hinata was still unconscious, lying still on the bed that she had been placed on. She wore only the white cotton robe that had been provided at the beginning of the massage. Naruto, on the other hand, was beginning to stir. Kabuto watched with amusement as Naruto sat up on his bed, looking around with confusion. He hit a button on his keyboard, now allowing him to hear what was coming from the rooms.

From inside his room, Naruto strode over towards the door, finding it to be locked from the outside.

"Hey! What the hell is going on!?" He continued to try the handle, then pounded his fist against it. "Let me out of here!"

While the blond male kept up with his angry attempt to open the door, Kabuto looked back over to Hinata's side of the screen. She, too, was beginning to awake from her slumber, sleepily rubbing her eyes as she sat up. Once her vision had cleared, she looked around the room, a nervous expression on her face as she took in her surroundings. Hinata got up and slowly made her way to her door, finding it locked just like Naruto's.

"Hello?" she called, trying to make contact with anyone who may be outside the room. "I-is anyone out there? Could you please let me out?"

Kabuto chuckled, adjusting his glasses while he watched both of them pull at their doorknobs. It was convenient that they had woken up at the same time, as it would save him from having to explain this twice. Each of their rooms were equipped with a large television that were mounted high onto a wall, and he hit another button to turn on their screens. Just as he could see them, they could now see him as well. He smirked as they both turned to face the screens, Naruto clearly infuriated while Hinata looked anxious.

"I'm so glad that you two are finally awake," Kabuto remarked cheerfully. "I'm sure that you have some questions, and I would be more than happy to explain everything."

"What the hell is going on?" Naruto demanded, his voice laced with venom. "Why am I locked in the damn room? And where is Hinata?"

"Patience, Uzumaki-san. I assure you that both you and Hyuga-san are perfectly safe. I suggest that you quiet down long enough for me to inform you about what is going on." Kabuto waited patiently for a moment, mildly surprised that the boisterous male actually stopped talking. "You two have successfully completed your first two weeks of this program, and I congratulate you for your efforts. However, now we've come to the second half of this clinical trial, which is where the real testing begins."

"What are you talking about?" Naruto asked, glaring at him. "Why did you lock us in these rooms?"

"Due to the nature of this study, for the next two weeks, I need to monitor you two on a constant basis. You will be staying here at the facility during that time, and you will be released upon completion of the program. To be honest, I've been studying you both very closely this entire time, but it is more convenient to have you stay here rather than at your own apartments. You see, this study has more than one purpose. Those supplements that you were given...well, I'm sure that you noticed a few obvious...side effects. You know what I'm talking about, don't you?" Kabuto smirked at their shocked expressions, then continued. "I know that you've both noticed the increase in your libido. You see, those supplements were not merely diet pills, as I told you. They contained a small, yet powerful aphrodisiac that were the cause of your building tension and frustrations. This study wasn't just to see if your physical health improved, but also to find out how people react to those feelings. I must say, the two of you are, by far, my favorite subjects. Just watching your interactions, as well as observe your behavior, has proved to be very insightful."

"Just what the hell are you trying to say?" Naruto was fuming, unsettled by what Kabuto had told them.

"For the next two weeks, you will both be detained in this facility to further study your behaviors, while you continue to take the supplements that you have been given. You will be observed and watched the entire time, as your rooms are equipped with cameras to record your every move. However, I've been doing that since last week, when you began your trial." Deciding to show them what he meant, he typed in a small code.

Their screens changed, no longer displaying their captor. Instead, they could see a candid surveillance video of them in the gymnasium, from the day that they had started the study. They watched themselves go about the exercises that Soma had instructed them to do, zoning in on the part where they had been do their stretches. Naruto could be seen hovering over Hinata in a compromising position, her leg stretched up past her head. Seconds later, they scrambled away from one another as Soma re-entered the gymnasium, his phone call finished. Kabuto switched to a different clip, this time with them in the pool together. Naruto had Hinata pressed up against the wall, their bodies in close proximity. He continued to show them a variety of other videos, including them sitting closely together at the onsen, not to mention in the shower that they had shared. The researcher took in their reactions with pleasure, noticing how each of them turned red in the face. He showed them another sequence with them walking around the amusement park, as if a person had been following them with a cell phone, recording their activities.

"You've both been watched very closely during your participation, as we were to study your behaviors for the duration of this experiment," Kabuto explained, now switching to a different video. This time, it displayed a split-screen for them to see, now showing them scenes from the first massage that they had received. Naruto shook his head in disbelief, embarrassed that his erection was visible under the towel while the two women massaged him. Likewise, Hinata's face heated up profusely while the men who attended to her touched her body, hands skimming along her legs and the sides of her breasts. Kabuto noticed how Naruto's eyes narrowed as he saw his lover being handled by two men, cursing under his breath. "However," the white-haired male continued, "We needed more than just the material we had to work with while you spent your time here at the facility, or even during the excursions that you were sent on together. Which brings me to my next point." He inputted another code, cutting away from the candid massage videos.

Naruto and Hinata were still looking at a split-screen format, though the videos that replaced those of their massages nearly sent them into shock. One half of the screen showed footage of Naruto in his apartment, while the other side displayed Hinata. Their eyes widened in horror as Kabuto showed them a sequence of clips, taking great amusement in their stunned reactions.

Naruto and Hinata could see themselves, as well as each other, going about their daily activities, unaware of the cameras that had been recording them. There were clips of them relaxing, eating, and sleeping, which was already enough to thoroughly unsettle them. However, those clips were nothing compared to what Kabuto showed them next.

There were scenes of the two of them undressing and changing their clothes, as well as footage of them taking showers. When he displayed scenes from their frequent masturbation sessions, Naruto swore out loud while Hinata covered her face in humiliation. Both were shaken to the core, clearly horrified by what was being shown to them. The next video cut to them making love in Naruto's bedroom the night before, their naked bodies entwined as they were blissfully unaware of the camera recording them.

"On the first day of your exercises, one of my employees discreetly went through your personal belongings and took your keys without your knowledge," Kabuto explained, watching as they grew increasingly distressed. "The keys to your apartments were copied, and then returned to you without you ever realizing what was done. On the second day, while you were going about your activities in the gymnasium, two of my workers went separately to each of of your apartments, and equipped them both with hidden cameras. I've been observing you daily ever since then, though neither of you were ever aware of that, were you? Of course, they were installed in a way where you never would've noticed them, and they have since been removed from your apartments. I took the liberty of making sure of that while the two of you recovered from your recent massages."

"This is insane," Naruto muttered, shaking his head with disbelief. "What the fuck is wrong with you!? You claim that you're a researcher, but you're nothing but a damn creep!"

"W-why are you doing this?" Hinata asked, so quietly that Kabuto could barely hear her. She was visibly terrified, and mortified to learn that she and Naruto had been spied on for the past several days. She was also embarrassed that Naruto had seen her doing such things, despite the fact that he had been doing the same activities.

Kabuto smirked, ending the sequence of personal footage from the distraught couple, and reverting the screens to the format where they could see him instead. "I did it for the sake of research. I want to study how the human mind reacts to certain situations, and the levels of desperation they reach when they are put into particular situations. I want to see how long it will take you to completely break down before you finally give into all those emotions. I was curious to see how the two of you would react to your growing desire and lust that was slowly but surely taking over your daily lives. I must say, I was intrigued by your level of self-restraint, especially given how obvious your attraction towards one another was. I was impressed, to say the least. However, this is where the real part of the study begins. Your minds and bodies will be put to the test while I observe and study how you behave throughout the trial. You will remain separated until further notice, but please do not be alarmed. This study is not dangerous, and will not cause detrimental issues for you in any way. I could keep you here against your will, but I am not that cruel of a person. However, I do want to mention that if you do insist on leaving, you will face the consequences of that decision. Not only will you be required to pay back the sum of money that was paid to you, with interest, but it would be a shame for any of those clips to be leaked."

"You wouldn't," Naruto snarled, his blue eyes wild as he was overcome with a deep anger. "You're going to blackmail us into doing your sick experiment?"

"I am willing to take any and all measures for the sake of research," Kabuto replied nonchalantly. "As long as you both cooperate, there should be no issues whatsoever regarding the situation. You see, before I agreed to allow you to participate in this study, I did a bit of research. It was convenient that both of you currently live alone, and only have a few select people in your lives that you speak to on an average basis. If you two go missing for a few weeks, it wouldn't be all that noticeable to your limited group of contacts. Especially if you tell them that you'll be gone for a few weeks."

"Like they'd believe that," Naruto scoffed, crossing his arms in front of his chest. Like Hinata, he was clad only in the robe that he had been provided earlier.

Kabuto snickered. "I've been doing this for quite some time, so none of this is unfamiliar with me. I'm sure you're both wondering why we'd go through such trouble recruiting subjects, but flat-out kidnapping would be problematic. So we entice people with the aspect of money, and more often than not, they take the bait. In order to make money, one must be willing to spend it, and the donations that we receive from our charitable clients ensure that we are able to go about our research as scheduled. So, as I said before, if you really want to leave, I will not physically stop you. But you both belong to me now, and if you don't want these videos to go public, I suggest that you keep your end of the deal. Even if the aspect of leaking your private moments to the general public doesn't bother you, I will be going after you for every last bit of money that was paid to you, with a twenty percent interest. I'll take anything and everything away from you to do so, and even if you try to run, you won't be able to hide from me for long. I will find you eventually, so please consider that while you make your decision on whether or not you wish to stay and complete the study. And if you try to go to the police...well, you will not make it that far." His expression never lost that smugness. "Decide carefully on what you want to do." He shut the camera off a moment later.

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Naruto stared at the black screen with shocked disbelief. Was this really happening? He ran a hand through his hair, cursing under his breath as he pondered what Kabuto had told them. That bastard was really going to go through such lengths, all for the sake of his crazy research? It made no sense to Naruto whatsoever, but he was now aware of the seriousness of the situation. He and Hinata were going to be forced to participate in Kabuto's 'experiment' like a couple of lab rats. Kabuto had claimed that none of it would be dangerous or have an adverse affect on their health, but Naruto didn't belief a damn word that came out of his mouth at this point.

So he had two options; go along with the insane study for the next two weeks, or risk getting his reputation and life essentially ruined by the man. Naruto overall didn't particularly care what people thought of him, but he surely didn't want any of those videos to become public. He certainly didn't have the money to pay back what he had been given, especially with a ridiculous interest rate. One way or another, he was trapped, and there was nothing that he could do about it. Naruto couldn't help but worry about what types of testing were going to be done, but most of his concern was fixated on Hinata. The thought of anything being done to her sent him into a nearly panicked state, and he wanted nothing more than to wring Kabuto's neck for this. That sleazy son of a bitch.

The blond's thoughts were interrupted when he heard a knock at the door, jerking his head in the direction. Moments later, he heard the familiar voice that made his blood boil the second he heard it.

"Uzumaki-san, if you don't mind, I'll like to have a private chat with you," Kabuto told him, opening up a tiny window from the outside of the door. That smirk on his face only made Naruto angrier.

"You bastard!" He snarled, glowering at the researcher through the window. "Are you out of your fucking mind!?"

Kabuto ignored the question. "I came to speak with you, but please keep in mind that if you try to attack me, you will face serious consequences. Or, I should say, Hyuga-san will be the one to feel the brunt of it."

Naruto's heart skipped a beat. "Don't you dare lay a finger on her! If you do, I swear you'll regret it!"

"I don't wish to harm her, as she shouldn't be punished for your outbursts. However, I don't have all day for you to calm yourself and quiet down while I discuss something with you. Now, can I trust that you'll allow me to come in without trying anything? I could've brought a bodyguard, but I figured that you're a reasonable enough person where I wouldn't need one," Kabuto remarked with a smirk.

Naruto let out a deep breath, backing away from the door as he continued to glare at the older man through the window. He wanted to punch that smug expression off his face so badly, and he clenched his hand into a fist when Kabuto entered the room.

"Now, I've come to ask you what your decision will be. I gave you two options, so please tell me what you have decided to do. If you choose to default on your end of the study, you will be released from the facility. However, within a twenty-four hour period, you will be receiving a bill from the facility, stating how much you owe back, with the inclusion of interest. If you so choose, you could sell some of those private videos of yourself to us, which will cut down the amount of money that you will be required to pay. By doing that, though, your videos will be ours to do whatever we please, such as selling them to public sites. On the other hand, if you agree to complete the last two weeks of the study, you will not be required to pay back anything, and you will receive the second half of your payment, as promised. Your videos will be destroyed, with no chance of them ever leaking for the public to view."

The blond was silent for a few seconds, trying to process everything. He really didn't like the idea of being held captive in this place for the next two weeks, but he couldn't fathom the other option. "What exactly are you going to do to me and Hinata?" he demanded.

"Nothing dangerous, if that's what you're wondering," Kabuto replied with a careless shrug. "We want to study your behavior, but we will also be putting you two through some trials, separately. It is best to keep you apart for the time being."

"You mentioned that we were your favorite subjects," Naruto muttered. "How many others are you keeping hostage?"

"I'm not keeping hostages, Uzumaki-san, but if you're wondering how many participants are here in this facility, there are eight including you and Hyuga-san." Kabuto looked over towards the television. "Before you make your decision, though, I want to show you one last thing."

Naruto's eyes widened in horror when the screen switched on, showing him a video of himself at the bar that he had gone to a few days earlier. He could see himself being escorted towards the back by the bartender, entering the private room. His heart began to race, and he looked over at Kabuto with stunned silence.

"You didn't think that you receiving that coupon was by mere coincidence, did you?" Kabuto questioned. "The man who gave it to you works for me. The bartender is also an employee of mine, as well as the three girls who...attended to you."

Naruto gaped in shock as the footage continued, watching as Kin, Tayuya, and Guren pulled at his clothing. His face turned red with both anger and mortification. "That bartender spiked those drinks," he mumbled. "I don't know what the hell he put in them, but-"

"But what?" Kabuto cut him off. "The fact of the matter is, you were unable to control yourself when the time came. Did you really put up a fight when those women began to pleasure you? Or deep down, you knew that part of you really wanted it?"

Naruto cringed as the video continued its duration, watching as Kin played with his cock, while Tayuya fondled his balls. Guren was sensually rubbing his chest, occasionally moving her hand down to his chiseled abs. "No, I didn't want it! Not from them at least. I wanted Hinata, no one else. You saw so yourself from the video you took of us in my room, you damn creep," he hissed. He was reliving that horrible night all over again, which he had desperately been trying to forget about since it happened. "Why do you have a video of this in the first place? What was the whole point of it!?"

"Leverage," Kabuto replied casually. "I needed a bit of insurance just in case you were having a tough time in making your decision. It would be a shame of Hyuga-san were to see this video. You told her that you loved her, but here you are messing around with three other women only days before. What would she think of you if she knew the truth? If you agree to my terms, you will never have to worry about her, or anyone else for that matter, to ever view that particular footage. It will be destroyed upon your completion of the program."

"Conniving bastard," Naruto growled. "We didn't sign up for this shit. I read over the paperwork when we signed it-"

"Uzumaki-san, we both know that you didn't read anything over," Kabuto interrupted. "It didn't go into certain specifics, but it did include that we had the right to proceed with the study in any way that we deem necessary. And we found it necessary for the two of you to stay in the facility while the testing is commenced. I will assure you one last time that no harm will come of you two. As long as you agree to my terms and conditions. Now, do we have a deal?"

The blond watched the screen for a few more seconds, hating himself more and more as the seconds ticked by. Whether or not his drinks had been spiked didn't matter to him at that point. It was his fault for not being more forceful in his attempts to stop them. He could already picture the heartbroken expression of betrayal on Hinata's face if she were to ever view the video. Naruto grimaced when he watched himself reach orgasm in the footage, spurting it onto the floor in front of him while the women snickered. "Fine...I'll do it..."

"I'm sorry, what was that?" Kabuto asked, that smug look plastered on his face again. "Have you made your decision?"

"I'll continue to participate in the study," Naruto told him in a low voice. "You're sick in the head, and I would love nothing more than to throw you into a wall right now, but I don't really have a choice. I don't trust a damn word that you say, though, and if you do anything to Hinata, you'll be sorry."

Kabuto smiled cheerfully. "I'm glad that you could see things my way. You made the right choice by realizing that you're better off doing what I say, rather than go against it. Your girlfriend is being detained in a different area, and you will have no contact with each other for the next week, as I need to study you separately. In fact, I'm going to speak with her and see what she has decided on."

Naruto had to restrain himself from attacking the pompous bastard, as he was not going to risk Hinata's safety for the sake of punching that jerk. Even if none of the study was 'physically dangerous', according to Kabuto, he didn't trust a word he said.

"I'll make sure that I tell Hyuga-san that you send your regards," the researcher told him, as he headed out of the room. "You'll be receiving some food and a change of clothes shortly. Enjoy your stay, Uzumaki-san, for you belong to me for the next two weeks."

Once Kabuto was gone, Naruto sank down on the bed with defeat, his body shaking from anger. How could he have let this happen? Hinata would be devastated if she ever found out about the incident at the bar. Even if he explained the situation, he knew just how horrible it all looked. The last thing he wanted was to break her heart, and he knew that if she ever viewed the footage, it would probably destroy her. As long as he went along with this depraved clinical study, hopefully she would never find out.

oooooooooo

Hinata sat on the edge of her bed, her entire body trembling as she buried her face in her hands. She had never expected anything like this to happen, and the fact that it truly was, shook her to the core. It all seemed like a nightmare, though she knew that there was no waking up from this bad dream. Those videos. It had been bad enough that she and Naruto had been recorded without their knowledge, but the fact that they had been spied on in their own apartments made it that much more sinister. She had never even suspected that their apartments had been rigged, watching and recording their every move. There was footage of them naked, changing their clothes and showering. There were clips of them both masturbating, as well as the sexual endeavors that had taken place in Naruto's bedroom, not even twenty-four hours earlier.

The indigo-haired girl sniffled, wiping a few tears from her eyes. She regretted ever signing up for the study, but how could she have known? Unlike Naruto, she had actually read over the terms and conditions, and nothing in those documents had indicated that they would be forced to participate in such a way. She felt nauseous, and she wished that she could see Naruto while she struggled not to break down.

"Hyuga-san, I'd like a word with you."

Hinata remained frozen in her spot as Kabuto entered the room, her heart pounding anxiously in her chest. She looked at him warily, unable to speak as he closed the door behind him.

"You are certainly much easier to handle than your boyfriend," Kabuto remarked with an exasperated sigh. "And before you worry, he's fine. As I explained a little while ago, I decided that it would be best to detain you separately. Now, I wanted to ask you if you have come to a decision."

"I..." Hinata's voice trailed off, unable to say anything more than that single word. She fought back the tears, trying not to choke up as she desperately attempted to remain calm.

The white-haired man crossed his arms in front of his chest. "I already told the two of you that I won't forcefully keep you here against your wills, but you must be willing to face consequences of your actions. I'll repeat myself one more time before I expect your answer." He adjusted his glasses, amused by her anxious expression. "If you agree to hold your end of the bargain, and complete the program, you will be released. You will receive the rest of your payment, and the videos will be destroyed. After all, you come from a very prominent and well-known family, so it would be a shame for those to accidentally go public. It would destroy your family's, as well as your own, reputation. Also, there is one more thing that I'd like to add." Just as he had done with Naruto, he turned the television on to display a candid video from the day that she had been assaulted on the train.

Hinata's face drained of all color, and she would've fallen if it weren't for the fact that she was already seated. Her lavender eyes were wide, and she whimpered as she watched the two men in the footage inappropriately touch her.

"Those men work for me," he told her. "I'm sorry that I had to go through such lengths, but...it was necessary. A third employee was recording the whole thing as he pretended to be a bystander."

She tore her gaze away from the video, bringing her attention back to him. "W-what? Why?"

"Insurance purposes," Kabuto replied nonchalantly. "I figured that everything else would be enough, but I wanted to be sure. I knew that if nothing else, having that video at my disposal would work in my favor. I really can't have you walking out of this study."

"S-so you paid two men t-touch me like that?" She wasn't sure if she was hearing this correctly.

He shrugged. "I'll admit that it probably wasn't my best decision, but knowing that this video exists, what will your answer be? Please keep in mind that I can edit the video however I wish, so I could easily manipulate what viewers would see. Or hear. It's not difficult to cut out certain shots, and add in some sounds that would indicate that you, well, enjoyed it. I'm sure that you wouldn't want your family to see that footage, am I correct? Or better yet, what would happen if Uzumaki-san were to see it?"

Hinata swallowed a lump in her throat, feeling light-headed. What would Naruto think if he were to ever discover what had happened that day? What would he think of her? Reluctantly, she looked back over towards the screen, her eyes burning with tears as she relived that horrible event. She should've fought back. Or caused a scene. Anything would've been better than just standing there, frozen and silent.

"I'm very good at finding out people's weaknesses and exploiting them," Kabuto informed her. "But I will ask you this again; what have you decided to do?"

She tucked a lock of hair behind her ear, struggling not to break down. "Isn't if obvious?" she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I don't have an option, at this point. I...I can't let anyone ever find out about this. Especially Naruto-kun."

He smiled, shutting off the TV. "Well, I'm glad that you've come to that decision. Uzumaki-san has also agreed to continue with the clinical study, so I hope that you find it reassuring. For now, I need to keep the two of you apart, but you will be seeing each other again next week. Anyway, I have some work that I must attend to. Please make yourself comfortable." With that, he left her alone in the room, locking it behind him.

The entire room was a plain, stark white, and reminded Hinata of almost a cross between a hotel and hospital room. There was a queen sized bed, as well as a desk, dresser, and a small table beside the bed. Everything, from the walls, to the furniture, was the same solid white. The black television screen was the sole exception. The small attached bathroom was also completely white.

Hinata wished that she could see Naruto, and she hugged herself as she curled up on the bed. She was scared, not knowing just what was in store for them over the next two weeks. Whatever it was, she doubted that it could be anything good.

And that is why I said that this was a highly important chapter. I hope that the scenes weren't too graphic or upsetting, but I already gave out several warnings, so...

Anyway, the next chapter will be out in two weeks, as I am alternating between this and my other story. If you've decided that this story isn't for you, I understand. Otherwise, I will try to keep up with my deadlines.