"Shikamaru, why are you here?" My voice came out a bit more irritated then I meant for it but damn it. I was hoping it would be Gaara, for kami's sake!

"I want to know what happened." He murmured as he walked in. Go figure.

We sat on the edge of the bed and I began to go in great detail about everything that happened. I discussed my irritation with not being allowed to take part. My interrogation experience. Disobeying the Kazekage twice. As I went on he just stared at me and nodded at some parts. He didn't interrupt me or ask any questions and it nice. I did leave out all the parts with Gaara though. I didn't need to bother him with that. But I did tell him about me always talking to them while they were comatose.

"So then we came here and I ran straight to your room. And boom you woke up and now we're here." I finished off and Shikamaru yawned.

"Jeez, you didn't leave out a single detail." He murmured. Not exactly, Shikamaru.

"Well you asked what happened, didn't you?" I hissed at him and he sighed.

"Yeah, my fault for asking." He mumbled. I looked at the clock and noticed how half an hour went by.

"Yeah, you think you would know by now." I stuck my tongue out at him and a blush crept on his face.

"Ino… what's up with you and the Kazekage?" I inhaled sharply at his sudden question. Can I really tell him?

"What's up with you and Temari?" I shot back at him and he sighed exasperated.

"Ino, why does it matter?"

"Exactly then. Why does it matter about me and Gaara?" I hissed at him and he rolled his eyes at me.

"There's nothing going on between us." He mumbled and I looked at him. For some reason, I just couldn't believe him.

"Same here, there's nothing going on." I mumbled back and Shikamaru stared at me. He gave me that you're-fuckin-kidding-me-right-now look.

"Don't lie, Ino. I saw how he looked at you after he said good-bye. You stared at that same spot for another minute when he left. There's something going on." He was serious and I felt anger growing in me.

"Why do you care, Shikamaru?" I shouted at him and he jumped back a bit. "There's nothing going on. The same as there's nothing going on between you and Temari." I hissed and Shikamaru looked at me and shook his head. He seemed in deep thought. As if he caught on to something.

"I think it's best if I go now." He mumbled and began to get up.

"Yeah, me too." I replied as I followed him to the door. He opened the door then stopped to look back at me over his shoulder.

"If what you say is true. Then there's something going on alright." He replied before disappearing through the door. I stood there dumbfounded. Then that must mean something's going on between him and Temari.

"Shikamaru!" I called out as I jumped out in the hallway. But I was too late, he was already gone and out of sight. "Ah, you're right." I mumbled as I walked back into my room. I decided maybe now was the best time to go to bed.

I crawled into the bed and stared at the ceiling. After two hours of tossing and turning, I sat up with a cry. It just wasn't the same. I've slept with Gaara for the past week and there was no way I could revert to sleeping alone. I listened to the sound of the wind hitting the walls. I feel like it has been forever since I heard that sound. How am I going to sleep if I can't even sleep a night without him. I wanted to cry, to kick and scream. I wanted him here but I couldn't just walk out to the living area and make him go to bed. I'm in my own guest room alone.

I knew what I needed and it wasn't sleep. I needed him here next to me. I needed to feel his hair in my fingers. I needed his lips on mine and his hands on my body. It wasn't a matter of want anymore, it was need. I jumped out of my bed and dashed for the door. I was going to find him. I needed to. I flung open the door and gasped.

Gaara stood there, his hand raised ready to knock on the door. He wore the same t-shirt and pants that he wore to bed. His hair was tousled more than usual and his clothes wore fresh wrinkles. It looked as if he had trouble sleeping as well. He looked at me and I watched his eyes flew over my body.

"Gaara." I murmured breathless.

"Ino." He spoke and looked around the room.

"Why are you here?" I looked at him and he paused a moment. As if deciding how to respond.

"I wanted to make sure all your stuff was brought here." He murmured and I felt a part of me sink. That was it?

"Oh." I sighed. "Yeah, everything's here. Thanks again." I spoke trying to hide my disappointment. "If that's all then, good night." I murmured as I turned to walk away from the door.

A hand clasped my wrist and I looked up at him. His eyes gave off a painful expression of wanting. And I knew it because I had the same look myself. He pulled me into a kiss and I closed my eyes welcoming it. Before he deepened the kiss, he pulled back and looked me in the eyes.

"Come lay with me." He murmured in a command more than a question. I searched his face and I smiled tenderly at him. How could I say no?

I brought my lips to his and kissed him passionately for my answer. Gaara picked me up and I wrapped my legs around his waist as he walked towards the bedroom. I felt my back collide with the mattress and Gaara's weight pressed against me. I moaned as the feeling made a warmth spread through me. He broke the kiss and looked down at me. His left hand rubbing my right cheek tenderly. My bangs were pushed out my face so I was able to look at him with both eyes.

"I couldn't say good-bye… not yet." He murmured. He looked down and noticed my night outfit. The black lace top and matching panties. He brought me to sit up with him. I kept my eyes on his the entire time. He looked down at my top and slowly began to take the top up and over my head. I raised my arms so it would be easier for him. As the top hit the floor beside us, I felt the cool air rush over my nipples. They tightened and he looked pleased. He cupped my breasts with each hand and looked me in the eyes.

"It's your turn." I mumbled as I took the edge of his t-shirt.

He rose his arms over his head as I took the t-shirt off of him. I threw it to the ground where my top laid as well. I looked at his chest. It was bare, not a scratch on him. I hesitated but I drew my hand up to touch him. He grabbed my wrist before I could and brought it down to my side. He laid me back and began to suck on my neck as his hands played with my breasts. I moaned at the sensations he brought. He made his way down slowly. Kissing every inch of my skin down to my left breast. His mouth drew over my nipple and I gasped at the pleasure of his hot breath. He began to suck and lick and I scratched at his head. In a way I wanted to pull him away because the pleasure was unbearable but I also pushed him closer. His left hand mimicked the actions of his mouth. I moaned as the sensation began to become too much for me. I tugged on his hair and he came up to bring his lips over mine. I could feel his left hand venture down and I cringed with anticipation. His finger stroked me through my underwear and I cried out.

"You're so wet." He commented before moving my underwear to the side. He then began to stroke me again and I moaned loudly.

"Please." I moaned and he plunged a finger into me. I cried out at the pleasure and Gaara repeated slowly building the pace. His thumb circled my clitoris as he did so and I could feel myself building. "Gaara." I moaned and he pulled his hand away. I pouted as the pleasure went away.

Before I could ask, he grabbed me by my hips and threw me further up into the bed. He brought his thumbs to grip the sides of my underwear and he tore it off. I gasped at him. That was one of my favorites. As I brought myself up to complain, I could feel hot breath over my clitoris. I laid my head back awaiting for him to do something, anything. But he remained there, just breathing on me.

"Gaara." I begged him. "Please." With that he gave me one long lick and I threw my head back with a moan. He gave me another lick and I brought my fingers to his hair. He then began to lick me, dipping his tongue inside me. My moans grew louder and it came out in pants as he fastened his pace. He sucked on my clitoris and my eyes rolled back in my head. "Gaara." I screamed as I came. My orgasm shuddered over me and it sent my body limp. It was by far the best orgasm yet. Gaara came up over me to look down at me. I smiled at him and he gave me a small smile back.

"You taste very sweet." He muttered to me and a giggle escaped my lips.

"I thought you don't like sweet things?" I teased and he shook his head.

"But you are the exception." He answered and brought his lips over mine. I moaned and he used it to his advantage. His tongue slipped in my mouth and mine eagerly joined his. I could feel Gaara's hard member pressed against my thigh and my eyes widened. I turned on the Kazekage… and he felt big. Will he even fit? My worries melted away though once Gaara deepened our kiss further. I softly tugged at his hair and his hand on my waist tightened. I decided I wanted a different pace. I pushed Gaara off and he fell over to my side.

"Ino, what are you do-" my lips overtook his as I straddled his hips. I secured his hands in mine and I left them by the side of his head. It was fun having him unable to touch me. I pulled back from the kiss and he looked at me intrigued. I could feel him pressed against me. If I adjust myself a bit more to the right… And as if he was reading my mind, he shifted me over and his length pressed right against my bud. I let go of his hands and I brought my hands to rest on either side of Gaara's head. His hands flew to my hips and he grinded me slowly against him. I whimpered into his ear and I heard him swallow. He grinded me once more and we moaned in unison. His moan overtook my ears and it made me even wetter. I grinded myself against him and his breath hitched. "Kami, Ino." He growled in my ear. He flipped us over and he now looked down at me. A small blush was on my face. I wasn't sure what that was about. "I can't wait anymore." He murmured and he reached into his pocket retrieving a foil packet. A condom? Where did he get that? Kankuro probably.

He got off the bed and stood to pull his pants down. He took his briefs with it and my eyes widened as his erection sprung free. There is NO WAY that will fit. He ripped the foil packet open and looked at me. He took in my scared expression.

"Relax." He murmured but a shadow of a smile played on his lips. He turned his attention back to rolling the condom on his erection. Kami, how will I survive this? He took his spot back on top of me and he must have noticed how nervous I still was. "Relax." He repeated and he kissed me. I soon began to relax into the bed with his kiss. His tongue played with mine gently and I could feel himself positioning the head of his erection at my entrance. It was a strange feeling but I was getting impatient waiting for him.

He took his lips off mine then all of a sudden he slammed into me and I cried out as a strange pain came from inside me as he ripped through my virginity. He stilled himself immediately, his breath was harsh. He leaned his head up and he must have been looking down at me. I kept my eyes closed shut as I tried to get use to this overwhelming feeling of fullness.

"Do you want me to stop?" His voice was tight and I opened my eyes to meet his.

"No." I murmured breathless and he pulled out slowly. He then slammed into me again and I cried out a second time. He stilled waiting for me to adjust to him. Once my breathing slowed, he pulled out again slowly and slammed into me once more. I squeezed my eyes shut and he stilled again. "Again." I commanded.

He slammed once more and I groaned. Yes, I want this.

"Ino, if you want me to stop say it now. I won't be able to if I go another time." He warned me and I looked him in the eyes. I cupped the sides of his face and shook my head.

"Please, don't stop." With that Gaara closed his eyes and he slammed into me again. This time instead of stilling, he continued. Easing in and out of me. My body began to grew accustom to him and I found myself moaning and meeting him with each thrust. My body began to build up and Gaara's pace quickened.

"Oh, Ino." He groaned and that was my undoing.

"Gaara." I screamed as my orgasm overtook me. I threw my head back as I rode each wave of pleasure. Gaara slammed into me harder before he groaned and released himself. He collapsed on me and I laid underneath him trying to gather my breath. He stayed inside me for a few minutes before he peeled his body off mine. I cringed a bit, not use to the feeling as he pulled out of me.

"Are you okay?" He questioned me and I smiled at him.

"Yes." Then his face grew serious.

"You were a virgin?" He looked shocked and I didn't know whether to take it as an insult or what.

"Yes, I was." My reply was short. He shook his head and sat up. Running his hand through his hair.

"I'm sorry. If I would have known.,," He seemed to be fighting with himself and I sat up and placed my hand on his shoulder. He flinched a bit.

"Gaara. I'm glad you were my first." I smiled at him and he stared at me. I saw the corners of his mouth twitch up before reverting to a straight line. He looked ahead of us and sighed.

"I'm glad I was too." He stated and I smiled at him. My eyes trailed down the bed and I saw the blood on the covers. I blush crept over my face and I suddenly felt dirty again.

"Come. Let's take a shower." He got up and walked to the bathroom. Of course expecting me to follow. I rolled my eyes before getting up to join him.


Finally, he took her damn virginity!