i tried to keep on track and keep things interesting and funny as i always try to do! im so sorry for those who still read this for how long its been.. i hope your not disappointed!
enjoy! the 2nd last chapter! :P :)


I stared through glasses into black eyes of Kabuto. We had just come back from a movie and some pizza and now we sat in his room just staring at each other. As much fun as I had the past 2ish hours, my mind was just wandering elsewhere at this moment.

"You are a difficult read right now Kawako."

I blinked, "hmm?"

"I said I can't seem to figure out what you're thinking right now."

"You can other times?"

"Yes."

I narrowed my eyes at him, trying to figure out what was going through his own head. It was a futile effort, I was useless at reading people. He let out an annoyed sigh and closed his eyes.

"Do you want to go train? In case you forgot once again. You have to fight Kisame tonight."

"Fuck you, I remember... And sure, I guess."

We wandered to his basement and he laid out some mats. It still hurts like a bitch getting thrown down on those things. He needs to get, feather pillows or something that doesn't suck...
The closer we got to the warehouse, the more excited I seem to get. It could be that my blood was pumping more from the workout I did before hand. I watched as the streetlights and headlights rushed by, it was like a new high. It could be I was just crazy and received to many hits on the head. I was getting excited to fight the member of Akatsuki with the highest endurance? Sure I've been fighting Kisame all my life, but it's been almost a year since me and him have gotten into a quarrel. I had this dark thought that this was Madara's doing as well. I've been a little worried about him, he's been leaving me alone quite a lot lately. I guess everyone is sort of, just off on their own now. Only a few of us are going to be around one another. I hopped off the bike before it even stopped as Kabuto brought it in the parking lot. It was getting chilly as September was slowly coming around the corner. The past year flew by with such speed I sometimes cannot believe I'm even awake.

"Are you sure you want to do this?"

"No, but I'm already here and Kisame said if I chickened out he wouldn't buy me the new cleats I want for soccer."

Kabuto just raised an eyebrow at me and I shrugged my shoulders at him.

"Good luck tonight Kawako." I turned around to see Rinji standing there with the polite smile he always wore, "I will not be staying to watch the fight."

I gave him a hug as I questioned him, "why?"

"I have to pick up my little sister from camp."

I could see him force on a smile as he stopped the disappointment from showing on his features. We said our goodbyes and he was gone. Kabuto grabbed my hand and dragged me into the very loud warehouse. Screaming, cheering and shouting exploded as me and Kabuto walked in. I was very unaware of the fans I have made during my time as a fighter. I remember it was only yesterday when I was saying how stupid kick-boxing was and how I would never waste my time with this sport.

"I don't wanna do this anymore Kabuto... Orochimaru is dead, I can forfeit... You guys can take the championship next year!"

"You can't quit now, look at all the people supporting you."

"Or who wanna see me get my ass beat by a giant fucking blue man..."

He chuckled and grasped the sides of my face, bringing himself eye level to me, "Your going to go in there and your going to win. Not for the Sound, or the Akatsuki, for yourself, because that's the kind of girl I fell for. Strong and determined."

"Jerk, I thought you loved me," I stated with a smirk.

He glared at me and forced his lips on mine. The warehouse went silent in my ears and I was instantly alone with Kabuto once again.

"Get your filthy hands off my girl! yeah!"

We both flinched and I turned to see the blond explosive expert of the Akatsuki.

"Deidara?"

He grabbed a hold of me and yanked me away from Kabuto who was glaring worse than daggers at him. Deidara had just as much anger in his crystal blue eyes. I knew from day one since I ran into Kabuto for the first time and Deidara bit my head off for it as well.

"You're gonna win right? Me and a few guys have some money put on you. hm."

"Some? Who's voting against me?"

"Pain, though he's not actually betting. Hidan, Sasori, Kakuzu."

"You mean Itachi and Zetsu are on my side?"

"I found it odd how, yeah. Kisame's closest friends are on your side where the guys who like you more are on his... hm."

I let out a sigh and rested my head against the blond's shoulder, "I don't know why I'm doing this... I don't even like kick-boxing!"

"Cause your explosive! yeah!"

I rolled my eyes and pushed away from him. I guess I might as well get this over with. I noticed the lights beginning to fade and the place went quiet.

"Ladies and gentlemen... This is the moment we have all been waiting for. Some strange events have brought these two siblings into this ring for a final battle. Both fighters have brought us the most eye-popping matches and both have extraordinary skill. Tonight, they go head to head to show who is the ultimate sibling and which team is this year's Ultimate Champions."

My nerves were shaking beyond anything I have ever felt. I've been under pressure at the soccer tournaments, but that was a team effort... Now... now it's all me. I pulled myself up in the ring and I could feel the blood drain from my face. Kisame showed up with a grin that belonged in a horror film.

"Ready to find out why we are the undefeated champions, runt?"

"If you fight like the rest of your team, there will be no challenge!"

"Getting cocky are we?"

"Nope. I'm scared shitless!"

I chuckled to myself as Kisame let out a laugh. We both took a stance and the lights focused back on us. Shark teeth grins shined on both our faces and it was clear how similar me and Kisame really were. Alright, I have to breathe, relax... I can do this.
The bell went off and Kisame came charging at me. I ducked under his fist and blocked his foot. I tried to get him in the stomach but he jumped back. The shouting of the by-standers was hurting my ears. As I flinched from the sound Kisame landed a punch to the side of my face. I have never experienced such a hard strike. I flew back into the cage and the whole world was spinning. I can't believe how serious he was taking this.

"C'mon Kawako. You can do better than this."

He gave me the time to wobble to my feet and try to keep the world from spinning. After a few more seconds and I was finally able to walk again. I moved toward the large man and managed to dodge a few of his hits and kick him in the thigh. Of course, he wouldn't show the pain, or maybe it just didn't hurt him. I growled in annoyance as my ears rang and my vision blurred in and out. Though I was blocking Kisame's maniac punches, my arms and legs began to give out from the assault on them. I managed to duck out of the way and jump back. I could feel the bruises forming already on my limbs. It was like luck was on my side, just as he was about to break through my arms and kick me across the head, the bell signalling the end of the first round rang. I sighed with relief and limped over to Kabuto. He jumped up and set a ice pack over my thigh and tried to get me to look straight.

"Forget me, save the others. It's too late for me, Cap'n."

"Kawako, stop screwing around. Just because he's stronger, faster and has more endurance, doesn't mean you still can't win!"

"Alright, at least you can cross out inspirational speaker from your list of careers. Jackass."

The bell rang again and Kabuto grabbed my shoulders, "Don't fail me."

I glared at him with as much as my weak form could muster. Thanks for the pressure you asshole. I wandered over to the middle of the ring to see Kisame without a damned scratch. I had to think of something and do it fast, he's gonna wear me right down if I just keep blocking. I can't beat him in endurance as Kabuto just mentioned.

"Sorry little sis, but this is it for you."

He charged at me and I slid between his legs. Alright so far so good. He turned around and I pushed on my palm and kicked him right in the nose. I could feel the crack underneath my shoe. The large oaf stumbled back holding the broken limb and trying to catch the large amount of blood pooling from it. I let out a large grin as I charged at him during his vulnerable point. I manged to land a foot into his stomach and a punch to the chin. I began to get cocky and I hopped back shaking out the strain in my knuckles from his thick skull. That short time was enough for him to crack his nose back into place. I tried to distract him a kick to the temple but my foot was easily caught and I was thrown to the ground. Next thing I knew I was on the ground having the life choked out of me from a hold I've seen him do dozens of times. I knew exactly how to get out, but I panicked and began to struggle, making it worse.

"Dammit... You... piece.. of..."

"I suggest you tap now, runt!"

I growled and tried with all my strength to push my way out but it was futile. All the strength in my arms was kicked out of them in the first round. The next thing I knew the ring was blurring and then dark.