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"Please Mr. Tazuna tell us, what happened to Inari?"

"First let me tell you about Inari's step-father... he was a hero and he taught us all the true meaning of courage." Tazuna started brushing some tears from his eyes.

"Really? A hero..." Naruto asked, lifting his head from his arms. Tazuna put his glasses on before answering "Well... you can decide that for yourself. He came here 3 years ago...

|Flashback|

A young Inari was standing on a dock, 2 boys were holding him back while a third was holding a small puppy.

"Poochie! Poochie no!" the young Inari called out, struggling to get free from the two older boys. "That's not his name! His new name is star. And he's my dog now!" the boy holding the puppy said.

"NO! He's my dog! I've had him since he was a baby! He belongs to me not you!"

That sentence seemed to anger the young boy holding Poochie.

The boy quickly threw the poor puppy in the water, Poochie started to drown and Inari called out the small dogs name hoping that the pup wouldn't drown.

"Jump in then. If he's your friend go save him. Jump in and don't let him drown" the older boy taunted. Shakily, Inari walked over to the edge of the dock. He really wanted to go save Poochie, but he couldn't swim. If he jumped in then both of them would surely drown.

The older boy kept on taunting Inari before kicking him in the water. Then the three boys ran away leaving Inari and Poochie drowing in the water.

"Oddly enough, Pooch figured out how to do the doggy paddle at that exact moment and he had started to swim to shore" Tazuna told us before continuing on with the story.

Once Inari woke up, he was there. Cooking some fish with a bright smile on his face.

"I had a talk with those kids... they won't bother you again! Here eat!" the man said with a bright smile. Little Inari looked at the man with surprise "Hey mister! Did you pull me out of the water?" he asked curiosity taking over the tone of his voice.

The man laughed "Come eat and then we'll talk alright?" the mystery man said holding out a stick with fish out to Inari.

"I really wanted to help poochie but... I was just so scared, I froze up... I guess I have no courage" Inari said with a sad smile before taking another bite out of his fish.

The man patted his head "Aww, don't be so hard kid, you're still young. When I was younger, just like you, I was scared of a lot of things. But remember; Live your life so then you have nothing to regret. No matter how tough something is, always take care of the things you love the most."

Inari stared at the man in awe. He really wanted to grow up and be just like him.

"You see, he came here from another land. Just looking for a way to follow his dream. After that day, Inari and Kyza (A/N: Sorry if I spelt that wrong, I'm not sure how to spell it...) were inseparable. Inari looked up to Kyza as a father figure. Soon Kyza just became part of the family since he spent so much time with us. Whenever the town needed him, he would help us no matter what..."

"Then shortly after Gato came and started terrorizing us villagers and only Kyza was able to stand up to him. But Gato didn't want some village putting hope into the lives of these people. No that would ruin his whole plan. So Gato hung Kyza in the middle of the village where everyone could see. Then he ordered his men to execute him. Ever since then everyone in this village experienced a change. That day we all lost our courage." Tazuna finished his voice choking up slightly at the end.

My eyes widened and I started to cry. I felt arms encircle me and once I inhaled I smelt Sasuke. I turned and buried my face into his chest. "How" sob "can" sob "a person" sob "be" sob "so cruel!" I wailed out gripping Sasuke harder.

"Shiomi-chan, calm down please" Sasuke murmured after a couple minutes of silence... aside from my cries. I took a deep breath before nodding. "I'm sorry, just... it hurts me to think of how Inari has taken this. I mean I've spent quite a lot of time with him and sometimes I can see he is genuinely happy. Just like a kid should be" I mumbled as I wiped my eyes of any last stray tears.

Tazuna smiled slightly "Thank you little girl, ever since you came Inari has had some life come back into him. Tsunmai and I are very grateful" Tazuna said with a smile. "Besides... I think Inari has developed a small crush in you" he added with a wink, brightening up the sad atmosphere for a bit.

I felt Sasuke grumble from behind me "Slight... that's an understatement." I giggled and kissed his cheek. "Aw, don't worry Sasuke-kun, Inari's a little too young for me." I whispered making him smirk. "Damn right, you're mine and that's that." he murmured kissing my forehead. I blushed deeply, I could probably give a tomato a run for its money, before sighing and leaning into him.

Suddenly Naruto stood up... then fell back down to the ground. "Naruto-kun are you alright?" I asked him holding in my giggle. Naruto grunted "Huh... No more training for you. You better take the day of..." Kakashi murmured shaking his head at my blonde teammate.

"I'm going to prove to everybody in this village, I'm going to prove... that there are real hero's!" he exclaimed standing up shakily. I grinned and shook my head "Oh Naruto-kun, you never cease to amaze me" I murmured quietly. Sometimes that boy could honestly amaze me... "Naruto-kun, I know you can do it! And I'll help you!" I said much louder so he could hear me.

He grinned at me "Alright! You better believe it! I'm Naruto Uzumaki! The next hokage!" Naruto exclaimed before falling back down again. Kakashi but I could see the happy twinkle in his eye. I grinned and looked at a shocked Sakura and an annoyed Sasuke. I laughed and kissed his cheek "Come on Sasuke-kun, you're going to help too right?" I murmured. Sasuke muttered "Hn". I smiled "I'll take that as a yes!"

I clapped my hands and stood up from the table. "Alright people we have a big day tomorrow! Time for bed. Sakura-chan would you please help Naruto-kun to bed? And Kaksahi Nii-san," I said turning to face him. "Tonight actually try to fall asleep... please for me?" I asked with puppy dog eyes. Kakashi sighed but nodded anyways. I smiled "Alright! Well goodnight Mr. Tazuna! Sweet dreams!" Then I kissed Sasuke quickly before heading off towards the bathroom to get ready.

|The Next Morning|

I woke up groggily and rubbed the sleep out of my eyes. The morning sun was streaming through the window and making my face feel warm. "Morning Inari" I mumbled feeling the small boy shift beside me. "Morning Shiomi-chan!" he said brightly. I smiled and kissed his head, "Alright let's get ready and go down for breakfast." I told him. Inari nodded and got of the bed to get ready. I grabbed my bag and headed to the washroom.

I stripped from my pajamas and turned on the water for the shower. I grabbed my shampoo and conditioner and hopped into the shower. I scrubbed my rose scented shampoo into my hair before washing it out and doing the same with the matching conditioner. Once I was finished cleaning myself I just let the warm water course down my body. I sighed in contentment. I loved taking showers, the warm water always made me happy and it gave me time to think.

As my mind started to wander my thoughts trailed from Sasuke to Sakura. I felt really bad for taking Sasuke from her and I really did want to be friends with her. I mean she can be really nice when she wants to. I guess I need ti think of a plan... but that can wait for another time I thought shutting off the water.

I stepped out of the shower and dried off my body before pulling on my clothes, which consisted of my usual ninja shirt and pants (A/N: Link of what she wears/ what she kind of looks like on my profile! =) I brushed my hair and fixed my bangs so they weren't so messed up. I cleaned up my mess before brushing my teeth and putting my bag back in Inari's room. Then I went to go meet everyone downstairs.

"Morning!" I said brightly once I stepped into the delicious smelling kitchen. I smelt eggs, pancakes, bacon and rice and fish... what an odd combination... Anyways I noticed only Kakashi and Sasuke were sitting at the table. I guess Sakura and Naruto were still sleeping.

"Morning Shiomi" Kakashi murmured tiredly, raising a hand for a small wave. I smiled and turned to Sasuke "Morning Sasuke-kun" I said kissing him on the cheek before sitting next to him. Sasuke smirked "Morning Shiomi-chan" he mumbled back and snickering at Kakashi's obvious displeasure.

"Stupid Uchiha... you hurt my sister... world of pain..." Those were only a couple of thing I heard from Kakashi's rapid muttering. I laughed "Oh calm down Nii-san!" I told him flinging a piece of bacon at his face. Kakashi caught it, like I expected, and started eating it completely ignoring me. I pouted for a moment before deciding it was time for me to eat too.

After a couple moments of silent eating a tired yawn was heard. I looked over and smiled brightly at Sakura "Morning Sakura-chan!", Sakura looked at me briefly "Morning" she mumbled making her way to the table. "Is Naruto- kun still sleeping?" I asked her before taking a large chunk of scrambled eggs into my mouth.

"No he went out all night again, he's gone completely crazy. For all we know he could be dead, too much chakra use" Sakura said with tired eyes, not even sounding like she cared at all. I swallowed and glared "Naruto-kun isn't dead, he's stronger than that. Trust me... he's probably sleeping in a flower bed or something" I told her. Sakura looked at me disbelievingly before starting to eat. I shrugged whatever, sometimes Sakura can be a real b*tch...

"Oh I hope he's okay..." Tsunmai said handing out some more breakfast. "Shiomi's right, Naruto's a ninja he can take care of himself" Kakashi commented. Sasuke sighed "Sakura's right, the dobe is probably lying dead for all we know..." Sasuke murmured. I quickly gobbled up my breakfast and glared at my teammates. "Well I'm going to find him, thanks so much for the food Tsunmai. I really appreciate it" I said with a small bow before rushing outside.

I knew Naruto was fine but I was just slightly angry that Sasuke would agree with Sakura, I mean Naruto can be an idiot but he can take care of himself. I mean he has been doing it for most of his life...

"Shiomi-chan wait" a voice called out. I turned around and saw Sasuke was following me. I huffed and kept walking, I was still slightly annoyed that he didn't believe in Naruto. I mean yeah they don't like each other but still...

So I was being childish and ignored him.

|Sasuke Uchiha|

I blinked in confusion, why didn't Shiomi stop? Was she mad at me? What did I do? I began to mentally panic. I didn't want Shiomi angry at me! I sighed and ran a hand through my hair Alright, calm down Sasuke you're an Uchiha just use some of that Uchiha charm my inner self told me. I smirked that's right I'm an Uchiha. I can do anything.

I pushed chakra into my feet and ran towards Shiomi. Once I reached her, I grabbed her waist and pinned her to a tree so she coukdn't escape.

I smirked at her shocked expression, "So are you going to tell me why you're angry at me?" I asked her giving her a devilish smirk. I saw her gulp and she started to get nervous.

"No..." she whispered out trying to look like she wasn't affected by my obvious closeness. "Come on Shiomi-chan, how am I supposed to apologize" I murmured in her ear. I felt her shiver, I grinned at the effect I had on her and her body.

"Sasuke-kun..." she stuttered before blushing. Averting her eyes from mine she started to bite her lip. I licked mine, I had to say whenever she dad that she always looked to hot. It made me want to kiss her breathless, I wanted her begging for more. But I kept my cool and continued to tease her.

I felt her hands slip up my chest and rest there. I had to hold in a shiver, I guess she affected me just as much as I affected her... interesting, I've always liked a challenge...

I kissed her softly, first on her neck making my way up to her cheeks and purposely missing her mouth. I heard her whine in protest. I chuckled.

"Well are you going to tell me?"

She shook her head no.

Ah was she ever stubborn. Oh how I loved it...

"Well than why should I give in" I whispered against her forehead.

I felt her shift and her hands moved to my neck. She stood on her toes and brought her face to my ear.

"So that's how you want to play it? Well two can play at this" she mumured.

I froze.

Oh shit what did I get myself into...

|Shiomi Hatake|

I smirked, I have to admit I was pretty surprised at first. I mean Sasuke never really engages into... seduction I guess it's called... or maybe he does... I don't know right now my mind is all jumbled. I smiled up at Sasuke before kissing his whole face slowly and surely, until I knew every part of his face... except his lips. He grunted and I smirked ha ha, see you don't tease me.

I moved my lips closer to his. You can probably guess what I did next.

I gave him a light feathery barley there kiss. Then I pushed him away with a giggle. "Let's go find Naruto-kun!" I told him grabbing his hand, comepletely forgetting I was supposed to be mad. Sasuke frowned at me "But I wasn't finished..." he grumbled reluctantly following me.

I grinned and turned back to look at him "Well too bad, so sad" I retorted childishly. For a brief minute the world slowed and I saw an evil glint in Sasuke's eyes. Then swiftly he grabbed my waist and we were in the pose were I'm like falling and his arms around my waist while mine are around his neck. You know... kind of like when the guy dips a girl? In dancing...

Right anyways...

For a brief moment I looked at Sasuke then his lips came crashing down on mine. He lifted me up so I wasn't falling and we walked backwards until my back hit a tree. My fingers curled in his hair and his grip tightened. Mmm... I would never get sick of kissing Sasuke, it was just so addicting. His tongue poked my lips and I was about to grant him entrance when I heard a small gasp.

Instantly we broke away and I started to blush madly. Standing there was a really pretty dark haired girl wearing a pink kimono and holding a basket full of herbs.

The girl smiled at us "Well... I'm glad you have found some one precious to protect. Will you promise to take care of each other? To protect what is precious to you? Which is obviously is each other" she said looking straight at me her voice was soft and very feminine.

I blushed and nodded not even thinking about how... odd this was. "I promise" Sasuke and I said together. We shared a smile and looked back at the girl. But she was already gone. I stared at the spot in questioning whether she was actually there or not.

"That was odd..." Sasuke muttered. Nodded my head in agreement. Sasuke took my hand "Now shall we continue kissing... or shall we find the dobe" he asked. I laughed "Option number 2" I replied. "Damn" he muttered shaking his head. "Well maybe if you're a good boy you can get a treat... oh and don't forget about our little deal" I reminded him as we started to walk.

"How can I? You as my little slave for a week... now that sounds nice" he smirked. I playfully punched him

"Hey I said only three days".

"Well I'm changing it to a week. It's only fair... since of I lose it would have to be a week."

"I see no logic in that" I insisted, as much as I liked him... I didn't want to know what stuff he had planned for me...

"Yes there is it's a week and that's final"

"No" I said

"Yes" he retaliated

"No way" I said firmly

"Yes way" he said just as firmly, a small smirk playing on his lips.

At this point we just stopped walking.

"Nu-uh"

"Yeah-huh"

"Not ever"

"Yes ever"

"Sasuke-kun!" I whined

"Shiomi-chan..." he murmured back.

"I don't wanna..."

"Too bad"

"Too bad your-"

*Lips making contact*

"..."

"Fine one week and that's it"

Sasuke smirked in triumph, "Remember sweetheart, I always get what I want." he winked at me before taking my hand again and resuming our search. I grumbled angrily.

Looks like I'm going to have to get better at this game...

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