I hope you guys are enjoying the story so far. An anonymous reviewer told me Hitomi's character is like shit. So to whoever that was, sorry you don't like her but it's kinda too late to make changes!

PART ONE

'Finally an S-class!'Hitomi cheered while Naruot told her about the mission. 'Oh wait, why?'

'We found some of our ninjas knocked out near the ninja settlements. Deidara says they're really skilled ex-Iwa ninja.' Naruto explained simply, then he shrugged. 'But we have no idea why they're here.'

'They were spying.' Sasuke sighed handing her a report from the knocked out ninjas.

She read it swiftly and frowned. 'We can't go on this mission alone, Sasuke-nii. Tell me you're giving us some backup.' The Uchiha looked at the Nara.

'Unfortunately, we're swamped because of our efforts to prevent and prepare for an invasion of the ex-Iwa organisation. We have no ANBU, Jounin or even Chunnin to give you backup.' He said with a falsely bored tone. 'So we're sticking you with a talented Genin team.'

Masaru and Daisuke's eyes flashed but Hitomi was close to bubbling. 'Genins on an S-class mission?! That's suicide and you know it!'

'We don't have a choice. These Genins are good. Unless you want to take others but the only ones qualified would be Inoichi and Akane.' Shikamaru said coolly. He felt pretty bad inside. Take a group of inexperienced Genins or your former sensei and your mom. It was a tough decision but he knew which choice she'd make.

'That's not fair.' Daisuke pointed out with slightly narrowed eyes.

'We'll take the Genin team and we'll brief them too. Hand over the papers.' She demanded, her face determined.

'You knew she'd rather spend the entire mission taking care of Genins rather than have her mom jumping in to save her life.' Masaru accused in a blunt tone. Shikamaru sighed.

'Akane has a... habit of doing that. I won't deny.'

'She's been protecting me since I was born. What do you expect?' She asked snidely, grabbing the papers from his outstretched hand, she looked at the first page and blanched. Then her face regained colour. 'You cheat!' She screamed in rage.

PART TWO

'Sister, slow down.' Sanagi asked once Hitomi had stormed home in one hell of a temper. She looked at her little brother and took a deep breath.

'Your team iscoming with my team on an S-class mission.'She said sourly.

'Okay, why are you so upset? I mean other than the fact that they tricked you.' He questioned with a small smile, trying to calm his sister. She frowned.

'You're talented like Tenshi and Raiden but you're all still Genins. This is an S-class mission meant for Jounin and ANBU.' Hitomi explained, feeling uneasy. Sanagi was protective like everyone in their family and he had some impressive stealth abilities… but these ninjas were said to be more powerful than some of the Akatsuki.

'There's nothing that can help that. No use worrying.' He discouraged her concerned thoughts.

'You're eight. Eight years old. You are not ready for this mission.'

'Make me ready then, as much as you can.' He asked of her. Two sharp raps on the door sounded and Daisuke answered the door to an excited pair of Tenshi and Raiden. Masaru looked shocked at how cool they were about the mission.

Hitomi sank her face into her hands. 'Neji is going to kill me for this.' She groaned.

'You certainly have a lot of troubles. I wouldn't blame you though. If I could I'd go in my daughter's place.' Nagato said, arms crossed behind the two.

'Even Sasuke didn't know. He disapproves of this plan too.' Obito seconded.

'Pein-sama, Tobi! You're here!' Hitomi said in surprise, getting to her feet.

'Well, you're going to brief them on the mission. We can help make it safer. If possible, I would try to send with you one of my Paths.' Pein answered, placing his hand on his daughter's shoulder.

'Alright, let us begin.' Hitomi said, gesturing for them to sit. The children plopped themselves beside Sanagi and their fathers sat behind them while Masaru and Daisuke moved to stand beside Hitomi. 'This mission is to spy on the ex-Iwa organization. They recently sent a few here and knocked out a few of our ninjas. They could be here to gather information for invasion, look for someone or something.'

'These ninjas are extremely skilled, even surpassing some of the Akatsuki. We will use a spell to locate them and then infiltrate the organisation. If needed, the three of us will disguise ourselves and enter this organisation. If that happens, you three must return here and give the report to the Hokage.' Masaru intoned seriously, he was lucky that their ninja had snagged a piece of cloth from the ex-Iwanins. His spell would not work without a scent to follow.

'If we are found, run. No excuses. Run back to Konoha.' Daisuke said, opening his mouth to continue before he was cut off by one syllable.

'No.' Sanagi said bluntly.

'Shut up, you don't have a choice.' Hitomi growled at her brother's stubbornness.

'What about you guys?' Raiden asked with worried, pleading eyes.

'If we can't take them, what makes you think you can?' Daisuke questioned smartly.

'We have different abilities and you might have the advantage of numbers.' Tenshi retorted just as smartly.

'All information gathered will be lost if at least one of you don't return. If you don't return, I will take drastic measures.' Pein warned his daughter. She fixed her eyes on his and stared.

'I could use my Deva Path.'

'I think you should stick together. They have more abilities that you know about.' Obito told his niece. Hitomi's eyes narrowed. She knew most of Sanagi's abilities and could verify that he was far above the level of a Genin but Tobi was right, she couldn't speak for Raiden and Tenshi.

'Remember what Dad said? You never leave your friends behind.' Sanagi met his sister's glare without hesitation.

'I'm not your friend, I'm your big sister and you don't listen to what I say, I can guarantee hell for…'

'Where is Kakashi today?' Obito asked suddenly. Sanagi and Hitomi froze andNagato frowned with suspicion. 'And Akane, I was sure she was here earlier.'

'They… will remain in the dark for the time being. You know how Mum is…'

Obito sighed and smacked his palm to his head but nodded. 'We'll make a deal.' Masaru continued. 'How about… you guys can jump in if we're not outnumbered by more than two and they are around… Chunnin or low Jounin level?'

Pein and Hitomi opened their mouths to protest and Tobi and Raiden moved to agree but Tenshi spoke first with a commanding voice of finality. 'Deal.' Her sweet voice uttered.

Daisuke smiled, he did admire her demanding presence. Pein clenched his jaw but nodded, trusting in his only daughter.