Kanojo Hisoka

Chapter Thirty Five

A Hole in their Hearts

The black velvet box that contained the ring he intended for Kagome so long ago sat on his desk, staring at him innocently. Depressed onyx irises stared in return as thoughts fluttered through his mind. He had been told the news of Kagome's defection from Konoha and of her false imprisonment by the councilmen almost a week ago today. Sakura was kind enough to spare him the gruesome details of her torture by Ibiki, but he could already imagine all the horrible things she must have gone through. Ibiki was ruthless and merciless. Kagome didn't stand a chance against his infamous interrogations.

The anger that filled his chest was indescribable, but most importantly that anger was direct at himself. He had been unconscious after recovering all his memories when he broke the seal he placed on his mind. The activation of his sharingan was the trigger to deactivate the seal and he was left helpless afterwards at such a crucial time.

Itachi rubbed his face with his hand, already feeling the amount of stress his body was undergoing. He didn't know what to do. He wanted to leave the village to search for Kagome, but he was being watched by both his family and ANBU, who thought he was unaware of their presence.

The Hokage said she was doing this for his protection, but also for the survival of Kagome as well. The councilmen had it out for Kagome and he didn't understand why. Sakura, Naruto, and his brother wasn't very forthcoming with that particular piece of information.

If he was going to have any hope of finding Kagome he would have to speak with the last person who saw Kagome. Itachi wasn't looking forward to seeing the Hyuuga, but it had to be done. Neji could possibly know where Kagome had gone to or was heading to. Itachi vowed to tell Kagome the entire truth the moment he saw her again. He would not allow for any distractions or interruption when he proposed to her and apologized to her for all the pain he's caused her in the past four and a half months.

Itachi placed the small box inside his pants pocket and made his way out of his room. He was greeted by his father who was just about to knock on his door. Both Uchiha men raised a brow at one another in acknowledgment. "Father," Itachi greeted softly. "Itachi, I wanted to speak with you for a moment." Fugaku stated with a small frown. Itachi inclined his head and followed his father to his office.

"I want to talk to you about the traitor." Fugaku started with a slight sneer towards the end, obviously referring to Kagome. Itachi composed himself at the insult to the woman he loves. Kagome was no traitor, despite what happened. Everything was all circumstanced!

"It's been a week since she has defected from Konoha and has been labeled as a missing nin. Itachi, I know you do not want to change your feelings for that woman, but you must realize she has never been good enough for you. Can you see that now, son?" Fugaku asked with stern irises that actually convey concern as he gestured his arms open wide.

Itachi glared at his father and did not say a word. Fukagu frowned before shaking his head out of frustration. "How can you still love that woman after all that she has done! You nearly lost your life because of her. She is a dangerous distraction and now that she has shown her true colors to the entire village, you still refuse to leave her side?" The elder exclaimed in a tight tone.

"How could I have raised such a fool for a son?" Fukagu asked himself as he rubbed his face in irritation. Itachi remained silent. He would not argue with his father anymore about this matter. He would not have his resolved waver again by this man. It was the reason he broke off his relationship with Kagome in the first place and it had been a grave mistake. He has never been more miserable than when he broke up with Kagome.

"Son, please for the sake of the clan and for yourself, leave that girl alone and forget about her. She is dangerous." The Uchiha Head stressed with importance. "I know you are young and blinded by what you think is love, but you do not understand the grave you are digging for yourself if you continue to pursue her." Fugaku warned heavily and this time Itachi did react. He raised a brow, perturbed at his father's tone and persistence. There was something his father knew. Itachi furrowed his brows and titled his head slightly to read the expression on his father's face.

The stress lines that adorned his father's eyes were more prominent than before and there was a few more visible gray hairs than before as well. There was something his father was harboring that was making him worry this much. What was it about Kagome that had everyone so fearful? Had his father known all along or was this new found information just recently discovered since Kagome's defection? He had to know.

"There's something else you know and aren't telling me. What is it about Kagome that is so dangerous?" Itachi questioned with renowned interest. Fukagu did not flinch or react to his son's question, instead the older man sighed in tiredness.

"I'm afraid if I tell you, you would only pursue her more." He replied simply, causing Itachi to frown deeply. "There are some things that are better left in the dark. Please, heed my warning and forget about the girl. There are plenty of girls to date." Fukagu told him one final time.

Itachi sharply left after that and decided to talk with the Hyuuga. He had to find out what his father knew. He had to put the pieces together.

Fukagu sighed in aggravation at his son's stubbornness. The door to his office opened and he turned to find his wife. "Fukagu, you should have just told him. He's bound to find out sooner or later." Mikoto told him with a small frown.

"That may be true, but if he wants to learn the truth so badly he will find out on his own." Fugaku told her with a frown. "All I want to do is to protect him from that disaster. That girl is nothing, but trouble. That meeting we had with the Hokage and councilmen last week only proved my instincts about the girl were right all along. I felt it in my gut all this time." Fugaku gritted out in righteous anger as he patted his lower belly for emphasize.

Mikoto laid a comforting hand on her husband's shoulders in an attempt to relax him.

"Yes, I know, but Itachi has to realize this on his own. He's blinded by love." Mikoto told him knowingly.

"It would have been better if he learned about the executive order from us." Mikoto told her husband with furrowed brows. "Itachi will be heartbroken and torn once he finds out the truth." She added with a sad sigh. There was something else she had to tell her husband.

Something very important.

"Not my problem, I tried to warn him just now and what does he do, he walks out like a spoiled child." Fugaku gritted out. Mikoto gave him a pointed look. "I know you aren't good with words, but the intent was there. Maybe I should tell Itachi." Mikoto offered with a raised brow. Fugaku narrowed his eyes. "Suit yourself." He mumbled as he crossed his arms sourly.

Mikoto shook her head and smiled slightly at him. He was just as bad as Itachi and Sasuke. "Fugaku, I have some news to tell you." Mikoto started, hoping to tell her husband the news before they were interrupted again. She tried telling him all week, but each time she tried to there was an interruption. She was determined to tell him now.

"What is it?" He asked with a raised brow, unsuspecting of what news Mikoto could possibly have for him now.

A secretive smile blossomed on his wife's lips and he furrowed his brows at the sudden smile. He felt his eyes narrowed in suspicion before his eyes widen in pure surprise and joy at the twinkling look he found in his wife's dark eyes.

It was a familiar look that only meant one thing and he only saw that look twice in his lifetime.

He swiftly hugged Mikoto and kissed her lovingly. Mikoto laughed at her husband's enjoyment and rare affection. "I had my appointment last week. Take a look!" Mikoto told him with a wide smile as she held up the sonogram photo of their newest child.

Itachi finally arrived to the Hyuuga Compound. He requested to speak with Neji and was lead to a room to wait for the Hyuuga prodigy to arrive. When Itachi finally saw Neji he was mildly surprise by the other man's appearance. Neji did not look like himself. He looked unkempt, tired, and most of all depressed. The hard glare the Hyuuga often shot at him was lacking in intensity and care.

"What do you want, Uchiha?" Neji sighed out as he stared tiredly at Itachi. The Uchiha Heir frowned. Maybe he shouldn't have come here to begin with, especially with Neji looking so ragged. He almost felt pity for the man.

"I wanted to ask about your last meeting with Kagome before she...left." Itachi finally got out and he did not miss the pained look that flashed across the Hyuuga's weary face.

"She left, what more is there to tell?" Neji gritted out in cold anger. Itachi remained silent as he stared at the Hyuuga. He wasn't satisfied with that response.

"Did she mention where she was going by chance?" Itachi asked specifically and the small spark of hope flashed within his irises. Neji downcast his eyes and remained silent at the question. Itachi knew there was something there. "Please, if she told you where she is, tell me." Itachi nearly pleaded. He could feel his pride take a small hit at this, but he had to know.

"I can't tell you or anyone else for that matter. Haven't you heard about the executive order?" Neji spat out with narrowed milky eyes. Itachi frowned at the mention of an executive order. When did they issue an executive order and what did it have to do with Kagome?

Neji's expression slowly grew to understanding at the perturbed expression the Uchiha's face. "Right, you weren't at the meeting. I'm surprised your family didn't mention this to you, seeing as how it involves Kagome." Neji began with a heavy sighed. He was going to be the bearer of bad news it seems.

"I didn't hear anything about an executive order." Itachi revealed honestly.

"Well, you're not going to like this one bit. I know I don't, which is why I can't pursue Kagome for her own safety and not because I don't want to. The councilmen have issued a kill upon site order for Kagome and anyone who dares to help her. She will be listed in the newest issue of the BINGO book next month." Neji revealed to him with an edge to his tone, and the severity of the order shocked Itachi to the core. They couldn't be serious. They couldn't kill Kagome just like that.

He along with any other shinobi of the leaf village will be ordered to kill Kagome upon sight.

"I will tell you this though. I know Kagome wanted me to tell you this despite everything that's happened between you two. Before she sent that kunoichi to knock me out, she whispered out these words." Neji closed his eyes as he recounted his final moments with Kagome right before he lost consciousness.

"I'm so sorry, please forgive me. You're my best friend, Neji, and I love you. Please tell Itachi if he ever remembers me one day that I love him too."

"Now that you have recovered your memories, I can finally relay Kagome's message, even though I still don't think you deserve it." Neji grunted out with furrowed brows. His milky irises were shimmering with contempt and envy over the fact that Kagome still loved the Uchiha.

Was it really possible for someone to love two people at the same time?

Or did she love one more than the other?

"Kagome mentioned something else and I think it's a clue as to where she might be planning on next, but I won't risk anyone trying to find her and leading ANBU straight to her." Neji told Itachi sternly. "I won't pursue Kagome, she will be safer this way." He admitted with a grudge. He wanted to find Kagome just as badly, but knew it wasn't a smart choice.

Itachi was reluctant to agree with the Hyuuga, but he was given some type of peace. Kagome still loved him and that was all the confirmation he needed from the Hyuuga.

"Thank you for the help." Itachi told him before departing. Neji nodded his head and retreated back to his room.

As Itachi walked home he stared up at the sky. It was a clear, sunny day and everything seemed right in the village, but looks were deceiving. Nothing was right in Konoha anymore. There was tension in the air since Kagome's escape and mixed emotions were floating around among the shinobi. Konoha was in turmoil and Kagome's life was in danger. Itachi needed to figure out what the councilmen had against Kagome and he was going to find out their motive. There had to be a deeper meaning to this hatred they had against his ex-girlfriend.

"I'll find you soon Kagome. The moment I have the chance, I'll come find you." Itachi vowed as he fiddled with the box in his pocket.

A sneeze caught the small group's attention and three pairs of eyes turned back to glance at their newest addition. "Bless you." Konan stated softly. Kagome smiled in thanks. "I don't know what it is today. I've been sneezing all day." Kagome moaned as she sniffled lightly. She didn't have allergies, so she didn't understand why she was sneezing so much.

"You know, they say when someone is thinking about you, you tend to sneeze." Nagato informed her with a smile. "You must have a lot of admirers." He added with a raised brow. Kagome laughed at his comment.

"I wasn't very popular in Konoha, although I did make some good friends, but that doesn't matter anymore. I'm pretty sure those thoughts aren't kind ones." Kagome told him with a growing frown.

"Don't worry, you'll clear your name soon enough. We're almost in Rain. Once we reach the village, we'll rest for a few days before traveling to Demon Country." Yahiko revealed openly before his eyes widen at his mistake. Kagome furrowed her brows at the mention of Demon Country. Yahiko had promised to tell her what she wanted to know about that night she black out once they reached Rain, but she didn't agree to go to Demon Country.

"Why are we going to Demon Country?" Kagome questioned suspiciously. The odd sensation of mistrust was bubbling in her gut.

Yahiko winced at his slipped up. He wasn't suppose to mention Demon Country to the girl. "We have a friend there who knows about your past. He's the one who sent us to retrieve you. If I'm not mistaken he knows quite a bit about your childhood." Yahiko swiftly said to cover up his mistake. Konan and Nagato shared a meaningful glance with one another before turning to Yahiko. It was best for them to remain silent and let him handle this.

"Oh, what's your friend's name. I didn't know anyone knew about me or was looking for me for that matter?" Kagome asked in wonder. Did this person also know about her sister? Hope filled her eyes then at the thought.

"Does your friend know where my sister is too?" She asked with excitement as she picked up her pace to run besides the orange haired shinobi. Yahiko swallowed nervously. He didn't know Kagome had another sibling. He thought her family perished long ago in Konoha during the kyuubi attack from the intel he gathered about her.

"Yeah, he knows where your sister is." Yahiko lied smoothly while avoiding eye contact with the teen. If only to get her to agree to go with them to Demon Country.

Kagome smiled widely at her good fortune.

"I can't believe my luck. I was going to search for my sister once I escaped Konoha. It won't be long before I reunite with her then." Kagome stated with happiness filling her eyes. It was the only thing she had to look forward to now.

Konan furrowed her brows and glanced at Nagato. She was beginning to feel unsettled with this whole plan to help Kisame capture the girl. It was clear to them that Kagome had no idea what was in store for her, but if they wanted to save their village they had to go through with it. The wish they were promised will save Rain and make it blossom into the great village it was meant to be.

A/N: So, I've decided to post two chapters this week since I've been busy lately with work and life. Hope you guys enjoy it. A little insight on what's been going in Konoha and the order that has been placed on Kagome. Poor girl can't get a break! Until next time!

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