Lots of reviewing and changing happened in this chapter. Some areas I didn't like, didn't work, or I just hated the concept that there was more. So many emotions. Lost another important family member in my life unexpectedly, thus I think that had to do with my continuous unhappiness with this chapter. Life goes on, and I enjoy writing this story, so I stuck with it until I was satisfied and you know, I reread the comments ALL THE TIME! It helps me think about how other people are really enjoying my writing and how excited they must get seeing another chapter being posted. If people are anything like me when I read...then yeah, keeping the story going is always a must!

In turn, thank you to those who did leave inspiring comments, who have favored, followed and maybe just gave a smile towards the story.

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Kyuubi sat cross legged on the floor across from the smaller wolf, Kimimaro, and watched him finish off his bowl of rice. The rest of his plate was cleaned off of the fish and veggies, Kyuubi pleased with how the omega finished off his food. His inner alpha felt content knowing that the timid omega was eating what was offered. Kyuubi didn't push any questions other than if Kimimaro liked certain foods that he had in his fridge. He couldn't quite put his finger on what the small omega might have been subjected to, but he was finding himself patient for once. Kyuubi gathered up the small tea pot. "More tea?" he asked. Kimimaro nodded yes as he put down his rice bowl.

"So," Kyuubi began to start. "You are more than welcome to stay with me. I know it's not much, but it's home." Kyuubi gave a soft smile at the omega. "I do work. It isn't often but when I do, it requires long hours, umm…you are more than welcome to stay at my home while I'm not here of course." Kyuubi was at a loss to ask what Kimimaro would do while he wasn't home. Would the omega want to go out? Does he have anyone to visit here? Ah hell, he would just have to ask.

"You said you were from out there," Kyuubi pointed to the window. "How long you been out there?"

Kimimaro looked towards the window, where the evening had settled and the soft moonlight began to filter through. He had a sad aura about him as he kept his eyes focused on the window pane. He then shook his head and looked down at his now empty dishes.

"You said you don't have a pack, you're alone. How long have you been alone?" Kyuubi tried a different area of questions in hope to have some sort of answer from the omega. Kimimaro kept his head down, his hair hiding his face and he fidgeted his fingers, like a child would when not knowing what to say. "I just want to know more about you Kimimaro, that's all. I want you to be safe. You can stay here with me, as long as you want. If there is anyone out there, that is your family, a pack member, anyone that you want to connect with, I can help you." Kyuubi softened his voice, hoping that the omega would trust him enough.

"I was taken, long ago," Kimimaro whispered. "I-I don't know who my pack was. Too little to remember." Kimimaro shook his head suddenly and he pulled his knees up to his body, wrapping his arms around them, hiding his face behind his knees.

Kyuubi slid forward, his alpha demanding him to console the omega. He placed a hand on the white hair, stroking it softly. At least he had an answer to how alone Kimimaro was. "Okay, I understand," Kyuubi whispered out as he slowly stroked the white hair. "I meant what I said, you can stay here. Are you okay with that?" 'Please say yes, please say yes…' For some reason Kyuubi's urge to have the omega in his care was racing through him.

The omega's eyes lifted and Kyuubi's heart fluttered. "Okay." Was all he said and Kyuubi's inner wolf howled out in excitement as Kyuubi beamed a smile.

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Kyuubi woke the next morning, his eyes staring up at the ceiling as the sleep fog began to lift and bring forward the memories from the night prior. He smiled to himself as he thought of when Kimimaro had agreed to stay with him. His inner wolf purred in content at the thought. 'What's up with you big guy? You've never had an inclination for any omega before,' Kyuubi scoffed mentally at his wolf. No matter. He rolled over to the side of his futon and focused on the sleeping omega at the other end of the room.

Thankfully the omega trusted him enough to sleep in the same room, after he explained that he had an extra futon and that Kimimaro would be on the other side of the room. After Kyuubi set up the futons, both of them settled into a sleep quickly. The small omega seemed cozy in his blanket and Kyuubi moved up slowly and quietly to not disturb the smaller man to go start on breakfast.

As he puttered around his small kitchen area, a ping on his cell phone surprised him. It had been so quiet for so long, that he almost dropped the toast he was buttering. Wiping his hands he checked his message.

'Need to talk shop, can you meet tonight at the grass corner?'

Kyuubi frowned. What could be up?

'Yeah, I can. I'll bring the wrenches at 9.' Kyuubi responded with the simple code so if ever infiltrated, nobody should be able to figure out what the messages were about. A thumbs up sign was the response and Kyuubi gnawed at his bottom lip, wondering what the two had to discuss. He locked the phone and went back to dishing out the eggs and placing them with the sausages and toast. As he put the plates on the small table, Kimimaro stepped out into the area. Kyuubi smiled. "Good morning, hungry?" Kimimaro nodded with a shy smile as he rubbed his eyes. "Great! Go wash up and I'll pour you some juice." Kyuubi watched the small omega make his way to the washroom. 'Cute,' he heard himself saying and his wolf purred in response. 'Yeah knock it off you mutt,' Kyuubi inwardly chuckled as he finished preparing the breakfast.

Kyuubi spent the day with Kimimaro at his home, since his work wasn't in swing yet since the next auction wasn't for a couple weeks yet, he still had a few days off before he would have to be back at the building to prepare. He had declined the invite texts from Sakon, who wanted him to come to the bar to play a few rounds of pool and just hang out with the three of them. The crew often did that a few days before they had to start prepping for the auction. Kyuubi knew he couldn't decline them for long, knowing they would get suspicious. He faked illness and told him he would hook up with them in a day or so. Thankfully they bought it.

Kyuubi continued to chat lightly with Kimimaro throughout the day, trying to see if the omega would share any other information about where he came from. He dug out some old clothes to have Kimimaro a bit more selection and he couldn't help feeling pleased with seeing the omega in his clothes. He snubbed it as knowing that he was ensuring the omega's wellbeing. When Kimimaro would eat, he then found himself feeling satisfied that the omega was eating what he presented. When Kimimaro would smile, Kyuubi's heart would beat in excitement. He again figured that he was doing his part in ensuring the omega was feeling safe. It's who he was. He resented anyone that would make anyone else feel inferior, no person, animal, or any creature should be made to feel unworthy. He nodded his head to himself agreeing with his reasoning and went back to watching Kimimaro who was watching the anime channel. Kyuubi couldn't believe that Kimimaro wasn't familiar with a television. So, Kyuubi introduced a quieter channel, such as anime. The omega didn't need to be subjected to an onslaught of news, drama, suspenseful channels, to name a few, at his first introduction to the television.

After the supper dishes were completed, Kimimaro had a bath and Kyuubi gathered up his jacket and slipped his shoes on. "I just have to run and have a quick meeting Kimimaro," he spoke out as he zipped up his jacket. Kimimaro was watching the television again, donned in Kyuubi's old sleepwear, curled up under a throw on the small loveseat. The purple eyes glanced over at Kyuubi and his lips curled up to a small smile. Kyuubi's heart fluttered seeing that smile, 'so cute,' Kyuubi found himself thinking. He then shook his head quickly. 'Stupid wolf making me think such things.' "I'll be back in about an hour. Don't answer the door if anyone knocks," he reminded Kimimaro. "Nobody else has a key to get in, so you will be safe here." Kimimaro nodded yes quickly and turned back to the television. Kyuubi smirked and headed out, making sure the door was locked behind him.

Kyuubi got to the end of a dead end street and took a path that led to a small park. The park was a popular walking area filled with paths that followed a small stream. The stream came from an underground spring located in the hills that were several miles away, thus making it a popular area for hikers. He made his way towards a stone bridge and hopped over it, landing on the grassy bank and slipped into the shadowed area under the bridge. He sniffed the air and found the scent he was looking for.

"Kankurou," Kyuubi hummed out.

"Kyuubi," came the response from the darkness.

"No Temari?"

"We figured it would be better to meet one on one. Don't want to raise any suspicion."

Kyuubi hummed in agreement. Being as Temari and Kandurou were not locals and would be considered visitors, the small city gossipers would have an extra eye on them. That was the norm with small cities. Though the small city had an impressive casino that catered to visitors, Kyuubi knew that was just a front for what really was happening.

"As you probably figured out, we have been allowed to attend the next auction," Kankurou spoke quietly. "There is much more, where can we go to talk?"

"Follow me," Kyuubi moved along the shoreline, and led Kankurou through paths for several meters to a rocky area. There was no place to hide as the area was wide open and the stars were most vibrant at this spot. "This area usually the teenagers would be having their parties here, and it looks like they just had one last night, and it looks like nobody is here tonight." Kankurou hummed out an agreement as he took a seat on one of the boulders, Kyuubi taking a seat near him on an old kitchen chair. The teens often dragged old furniture items out this way, so it wasn't uncommon to find chairs, couches, stools, anything that could be sat on.

Keeping his voice low, Kankurou began to speak. "There is a raid being planned for the auction coming up." Kyuubi raised his brows in surprise. "With the evidence that has been collected, it is enough to at least bring in and hold those who are in power. Like Danzo," Kankurou growled out. "The hope is to gather more evidence against those during the raid. Because with the evidence that we have now, it isn't enough to hold anyone responsible for long." Kankurou frowned and shook his head.

"What do you need from me?"

"Just act like the normal worker, for now."

"What the hell for? I can help bring people down!" Kyuubi was insulted that he wasn't being considered as part of the raid.

"Calm down. The plan is not rock solid dude," Kankurou held his palms up. "Let me explain. If something were to go wrong, it's better if you look like you're a solid member of the auction members. Remember I said that we have enough evidence to only hold those for a short time." Kankurou hesitated slightly, watching Kyuubi to see if he understood. "And...we know Danzo is a council right?" Kyuubi nodded. "So how do we know if any other council members are just as crooked as Danzo?" Kyuubi nodded in agreement again. "So we only have those we can really trust right now, who are willing to help us gather what is needed to make sure we can get all those crooked assholes in the open!"

Kyuubi ran a hand through his hair, his mind rearing with the knowledge that something was going to happen and soon. 'Bout fucking time we get any bastards!' He scratched at this scalp for a moment. "Does anyone else know that I'm working there?"

"Nobody has said anything that doesn't need to be talked about. I told my brother we met you, that you are on our side and nothing more. Nor has my brother said anything other than the plan to raid the night of the auction. We both agree that it is better to keep your name out of it in case this doesn't go well. That way you could still be on the inside. I won't know who the people are involved with the raid until that night."

Kyuubi thoughts ran a mile a minute at the were the people involved? Who could be trusted? Could he pull off making like he was not involved with the raid? In one way though the victims that were auctioned off would have a chance to escape. He thought of the many cubs that were already forced into auction and he felt his anger rise that so many would not be saved. His mind instantly went to Kimimaro. His wolf flared at the thought of someone dragging him off into the darkness, in chains, his cries echoing into the night. His hands clenched without his knowledge and low growl escaped his lips.

"Kyuubi?" Kankurou called, shaking Kyuubi from his thoughts. "Can you do it? Continue to play that role of being part of the auction crew?"

"If it will help the cause, I'll do it," Kyuubi nodded a firm yes. "But only because it is in the best interest at the time. If I see any reason that I may have to get involved, I will."

"Good enough," Kankurou grunted out an acknowledgment. "Will see you then Kyuubi, and thanks." Kankurou stood and made his way back down the path, towards the city lights. Kyuubi watched him disappear into the darkness as he sat thinking about what all just happened. How would he keep Kimimaro safe? Anything could happen during the raid, and the thought of something happening that could put Kimimaro in danger brought forth unease. His wolf rubbed at his emotions, enhancing the fear of losing the omega. Kyuubi hopped up and made his way back to the city at a fast run.

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Over the next few days, Kyuubi found himself enjoying his time with Kimimaro. The omega was timid and shy, not to mention wary of the outdoors, so Kyuubi enjoyed his time just staying at home. His wolf had been surprisingly calm throughout the days he spent with Kimimaro and Kyuubi was pleased he didn't have to deal with the wolf's random bouts of attitude. He didn't know what was going on with his wolf as of late but this sudden content wolf he would indulge in for as long as he could. His phone sent more pings of messages and he sighed loudly. He knew who it was and knew he couldn't hold off with more excuses. He certainly couldn't let any suspicions start. He responded to the message quickly and headed for the shower. Kimimaro was staring at the anime channel again and gave out a small giggle. Kyuubi smiled to himself and again thought, 'cute,' as he shut the door to the bathroom.

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Kyuubi walked into the bar taking a glance at the familiar corner where he would often meet Sakon, Jirobo and Kidomaru. He arrived at the place early in hopes to have a word with Nagato first. He gave a quiet sigh of relief when he noticed that there were only a couple old regulars in the place. The loners that don't have a family, pack and are often old timers. Kyuubi took a seat at the end of the bar. His eyes took in the blue haired omega that came from the back. Her golden eyes took in Kyuubi and hardened immediately. She straightened her shoulders and stiffly walked to the end of the bar where Kyuubi was sitting, her golden eyes daring him to do something to piss her off. Kyuubi gulped. He still was saddened at the fact that she had obviously taken a disliking for him since he joined the others as a roughneck in the auction, but he wondered if it was because now he knew her secret. She knew he had seen her with the cubs, grooming them for the auction block, 'getting them all prettied up,' he growled to himself. He gave her a stoic look when she faced him.

"Nagato around?" he asked curtly, but not meaning too.

She eyed him for a few moments before turning her back to him and back to the door she came through. A few moments later Nagato came through, his eyes scanning the bar until they landed on Kyuubi. He gave a serious look before walking towards Kyuubi. Dull purple eyes held Kyuubi's as he leaned against the bar. "Your order?"

Kyuubi nodded, asking for a draft and beef dip. Nagato nodded, making his way to the kitchen. When Nagato brought Kyuubi his food and draft, he leaned against the bar again, slightly closer to Kyuubi's ear and whispered, "she says you wanted me."

Kyuubi grunted in response while chewing his food. He shifted in his seat, his eyes taking in the atmosphere of the bar. Deeming it safe he took a swig of his beer. "I have a favour," he mumbled as he took another bite of sandwich. Nagato raised a brow in question. "I don't have much time," he swayed his head to the side, Nagato looking over to the empty corner area seeing that it was still empty of people. "Something is coming up that night," Kyuubi hissed out in emphasis between bites. "You and Konan," he leaned forward over this plate more, "you two need to find somewhere safe to be," he whispered through the munching of his food.

"I see," Nagato rubbed at his chin, his lips pinching together in thought.

Kyuubi felt a ping of panic, as Nagato didn't give anything away to show that he understood. "And if you could, for me, I have a...a friend...that I need to keep safe."

Nagato hummed out then shuffled over to the stacked glasses and grabbed a rag. He began to rub at a random bar glass while his eyes were looking around the bar at the different people. He hummed out a random tune as he grabbed another glass and continued to wipe it down. "Another draft?" he asked Kyuubi's way. Kyuubi grunted out a response and Nagato proceeded to fill the draft beer. Walking back down towards Kyuubi, he placed the glass down, "here ya go young 'un," speaking out like Kyuubi was just a regular customer. "Bring your friend here tomorrow morning, so we can talk without customers," Nagato whispered. "I can't promise Konan will agree, but, we shall see." He nodded his head and turned his attention to the other end of the bar. Kyuubi mentally sighed in relief as he finished his sandwich off. Since his associates would be arriving shortly, he better get a head start.

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The next morning, Kyuubi woke early and made breakfast. He worried his bottom lip continuously, thinking about Kimimaro being tucked away safely before the raid. Would he ever see the omega again? What if something happened to him, would Konan and Nagato look after the omega or leave him somewhere? He couldn't fathom the thought of them leaving Kimimaro on his own, but how could he be sure? His wolf growled out at the thought of the omega disappearing and Kyuubi mentally winced.

"Morning Kyuubi," a soft voice spoke out. Kyuubi's wolf purred out immediately as the soft voice floated into Kyuubi's ears. Kyuubi smiled wide and turned to see the white haired omega sitting at the table, his smile reaching his purple eyes. Kyuubi noted the soft pink flush across the nose of the smooth skinned omega. His lashes blinking with curiosity, his long hair tucked behind his ears and showing the round markings over his eyes. Kyuubi's alpha gave a growl of appreciation as Kyuubi's eyes took in the smooth milky skin down the omega's neck to the collar. The shirt Kimimaro wore was Kyuubi's and was a tad bit too big, therefore hung low on one of his shoulders. He didn't realize that he licked his lips until the omega looked away shyly, and the alpha picked up a delicious scent coming from the omega. A flash of possessiveness streaked through Kyuubi immediately, temporarily blinding him to everything except the scent and sight of the omega in front of him.

"K-Kyuubi?" Kimimaro asked quietly, looking back at the alpha, his fingers fiddling on the table top. "Are you alright?" His purple eyes blinked a few times expressing the question.

The voice broke through the fog and Kyuubi shook his head a few times. "Sorry sorry, breakfast?" Kyuubi grinned at the omega. 'What the fuck was that you fuzzy hairball?' Kyuubi scolded his wolf. He placed the food on the table, taking a chair himself, then passing the dishes to the omega. His wolf hummed in pleasure in the deep recess of his mind as the omega ate at the food heartily. Kyuubi shook the thought. "Say Kimimaro," Kyuubi began. The soft purple eyes looked up at him. "I want to take you to meet a couple, ummm… a couple that I know." He wanted to call them friends, but the trust between them was currently jagged. His brows furrowed slightly before he quickly put on a smile again towards Kimimaro. "They had asked us to come this morning, please would you come meet them?" A small smile with thin pink lips and an eager nod had Kyuubi breath a sigh of relief.

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After getting Kimimaro dressed in something that would fit him better, the pair walked to the bar, Kimimaro staying practically glued to Kyuubi's side. White hair fell over his eyes but Kyuubi could see the purple eyes glancing all around at all the sites. He could also feel the fear radiating off the omega so Kyuubi at times would put his arm around Kimimaro's shoulders and give him a gentle squeeze with a smile.

Kyuubi came up to the side entrance to the bar, used for deliveries and rang the buzzer. Nagato opened the door and led the pair in. "Coffee?" Nagato asked while he walked towards the bar and motioned them towards a table.

"Please, thanks old man. Kimimaro?" Kimimaro shook his head quickly and kept his head lowered while walking very close to Kyuubi. "Just for me thanks," Kyuubi answered out and led Kimimaro to the nearby table.

Nagato came with a couple cups of coffee before settling down at the table with the pair. "So, who's your friend young'un?" Nagato gave Kimimaro a soft smile that had Kimimaro shyly looking down at his lap.

"Kimimaro," Kyuubi rolled the name off his tongue, liking how it sounded. Kimimaro nodded shyly at the two.

"So what's the scoop that you have such a request of me and my mate?" Nagato got right down to business. He took a sip of coffee as he waited for Kyuubi to explain.

"I told you that it was better off you and Konan don't know," Kyuubi started, his voice low. "I like you two a lot, even consider you friends." Nagato's eyes widened slightly at the confession. "And I always want to protect my friends, including Kimimaro here. What it comes down to, it would be best for the two of you to be away on sale night and if you could please take Kimimaro with you." Kyuubi kept his eyes on Nagato. Kimimaro jerked his head up, wide eyes looking at Kyuubi at the request. Kyuubi took Kimimaro's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "I know Kimimaro, but I trust them to take care of you. I just want you all to be safe."

Nagato looked at the small omega, seeing the fear in his eyes when Kyuubi mentioned he go with them. He wondered what this omega had been through to express such a fear. He could feel the omega's fear in waves. And what could be so dangerous that Kyuubi would ask such a request? The bond between the two was obvious and Nagato shook his head. "It's a lot to ask Kyuubi without letting us know what the situation is. How do I know that it would be better for us to leave? Our life is here, in this city, in this place." He waved his arm around, meaning the bar.

"And why is it that you think we can trust you?" Konan's voice floated over as she walked through the back door. All eyes turned to her as she walked towards the table, her body language showing she was not impressed.

"Y-you!" Kimimaro suddenly spoke up. Kyuubi and Nagato turned towards the omega. His purple eyes wide and shimmering with tears.

Kyuubi tilted his head in question towards Kimimaro, who was staring at Konan. Then he looked towards Konan who took a seat at the table, giving Kimimaro a confused look. Kyuubi looked over to Konan, then back to Kimimaro, who brought his hands up to his mouth, suppressing a sob. "Kimimaro? What is it?" Kyuubi asked, concern etched in his face. He placed a hand on Kimimaro's shoulder.

"I-It's you. Y-you from the time I was taken," Kimimaro stuttered through the words while looking directly at Konan. "I-I have never forgotten," he hiccuped out between sobs.

Kyuubi glared at Konan who looked shocked at what the omega was saying. His alpha instantly enraged at the concept that Konan was causing the fear in Kimimaro. "What do you know of him?" Kyuubi growled out, his eyes rimming in yellow. Konan shot a look at Kyuubi. "Hurry up and tell me before I-"

"Not while I'm here punk!" Nagato growled right back, his eyes flashing red in warning. "You don't talk to her like that!" he warned out.

"Oh my god, Kimi?" Konan blurted out and stood quickly. "Kimi doll is that you?" Konan rushed to Kimimaro's side, kneeling beside him, placing her hand on his. Tears began to escape Kimimaro's eyes as he looked over at Konan.

Kyuubi and Nagato stared on in wonder, their threats long forgotten and now both were confused.

Kimimaro burst out in tears and threw his arms around Konan causing her to fall back onto the floor. Konan hugged Kimimaro close and stroked his hair, letting Kimimaro cry into her shoulder. She rocked him and rubbed his back, whispering calming words to him.

'What the hell?' Kyuubi wondered as he watched the blue haired omega console Kimimaro. "Someone wanna tell me what the hell is going on?" Kyuubi blurted out. He was suddenly feeling extremely jealous that Kimimaro was being comforted by someone else.

Konan shot Kyuubi a glare before pulling Kimimaro back and running her hands through his hair, rubbing her fingers across his cheeks trying to dry his tears. "It's so good to see you Kimi. Come, let's tell that loud mouth alpha about it." She gave him a soft smile when Kimimaro smiled at her and nodded his head. She helped him up, having him sit back in his chair while he held her around the waist, leaning his head against her hip, a few sniffles escaping while he wiped his tears. "I met Kimimaro a few years ago when he was sold," she spoke calmly as she stroked Kimimaro's white hair. "He was a cub then and like them all, absolutely terrified." She gave Kyuubi another glare.

"So you prettied him up for the highest bidder, just like them all!" Kyuubi hissed out. His alpha was now biting at the bit, wanting to rip the blue haired omega away from Kimimaro. Kyuubi didn't like the thought of his omega being in the arms of someone who got cubs ready for the highest bidder!

"Prettied him-what the fuck?!" Konan hissed out. "You think I groom the cubs for the sale? You petty uneducated sick fuck!" Konan's eyes turned red, her canines stretched out as she snarled towards Kyuubi. Kimimaro whimpered slightly at the sudden anger outburst. "How dare you insinuate such a thing you pathetic dim witted alpha!" Konan was now leaning over the table, her claws stretching out and scratching the table top.

"Don't insult me!" Kyuubi snarled out, his eyes now yellow, the hair on his neck rising as he stood up in anger. "I seen how you are with every single one! Combing their hair, washing them up! Like fuck!" He growled threateningly at the blue haired omega as he leaned over the table, daring her to continue on.

Nagato jumped up in a growl, grabbing Kyuubi's arm, intent on pulling him back from his mate. The three were all glaring at each other, waiting on who was going to make the first move.

"STOP!"

Kyuubi whipped his head in the direction of the shout. His eyes fell upon Kimimaro, who had stood up but was shaking like a leaf. His hands were clenched at his side, his lips were pinched tight, tears were falling down his face but his eyes were now a deep purple as he looked on between the three wolves. Konan looked over as well, her face instantly softening when she saw the small angry omega.

"S-Stop it all of you!" Kimimaro spoke again, his voice shaking but loud enough to show he meant business. He looked over at Kyuubi, "you-you don't understand. She cared for me." He then gave a caring look toward Konan then looked back to Kyuubi. "I was so scared. I-I was taken away from my mother, who was killed when she tried to protect me." Kimimaro took a breath before continuing. "I don't know who they were, but-but…"

Kyuubi rushed over and pulled Kimimaro into his arms. He couldn't stand to watch the omega cry and needed to protect him. The small omega broke down into Kyuubi's embrace and Kyuubi felt his heart ache. He looked over to Konan, who now looked exhausted. Her face was etched with concern for the omega and Kyuubi figured that she really did care for him. After a few minutes, he managed to sit back down, pulling Kimimaro into his lap and tucking the omega's head under his chin who quietly hiccuped out sniffles. "Looks like we need to talk," Kyuubi whispered out to Nagato and Konan. The two others nodded their heads in agreement and sat back down.

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Kyuubi tucked the omega into his futon, who was already dozing off. After a full lunch meal and a hot bath, Kimimaro was completely wiped out. Kyuubi stroked his hand over Kimimaro's forehead before running it gently through the white gray strands. After the crazy morning packed full of emotions with Nagato and Konan, it was no wonder the omega was tired.

"Then what is the deal with you when you are at the sale Konan," Kyuubi sighed out as he held Kimimaro under his chin and rubbed his back. He could hear how Kimimaro's breathing was beginning to settle and he released a low purr to help him relax.

Konan sighed deeply, her eyes etched with sadness. "I go for the cubs. They are alone and terrified. Many of them have been ripped from their packs, their family, their mothers…" Konan hung her head, wiping a stray tear before sitting up straight again and looking Kyuubi straight in the eye, her golden eyes glimmering with tears. "I'm trying to provide them some sort of comfort before they're sold to god knows who and will be subjected to god knows what!" Her voice shook with anger. She then glanced down at Kimimaro in Kyuubi's embrace. "And Kimimaro, was once one of those defenseless cubs."

Kimimaro turned his head to look at Konan, though his eyes were puffy and red from crying, tear tracks littered his cheeks he still gave Konan a soft smile in her direction. "I remember you, thank you."

"What happened Kimimaro? And how did you end up with Kyuubi?" Konan asked softly. Konan had witnessed how Kimimaro was bought and dragged off in a collar with the highest bidder. She remembered all the cubs that way and it caused deep rooted pain in her heart.

"I finally ran away and didn't stop until the hills. I've been there for two seasons."

Konan covered her mouth when she gasped, the surprise obvious in her eyes. "How-oh my god Kimi," she shook her head when more tears fell. "You been there, alone, all this time?" Kimimaro nodded in response.

"You're safe with me now, if you want," Kyuubi whispered out. Kimimaro leaned his head back against Kyuubi's chest and released a relaxing sigh.

The discussion continued on about Konan and Nagato keeping Kimimaro with them on the night of the sale. They agreed to take Kimimaro with them to a safer place. Kyuubi didn't know if he would be able to contact them later or not, they understood.

"Look, you can go here if it isn't safe to come back here." Kyuubi pulled out a folded up paper. "My alpha brother, the directions and his name are on that paper. All you have to do is go there and tell them I sent you, and you all would be safe." He slid the paper towards Nagato who nodded in understanding.

Kyuubi sighed as he stepped out of the bedroom, letting Kimimaro have a nap. He looked at his phone, noting that he got yet another message from Sakon. 'Duty calls,' Kyuubi sighed to himself as he responded to the message.

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Blue eyes flickered open to the sounds of morning chirps, water lapping and the walls of the tent growing brighter as the sun peeked over the trees. The scent of morning fog and dew touched his nose before the familiar scent of earth with a hint of..of...what was that? Naruto inhaled deeply, trying to identify the other scent. Whatever it was it was exciting his alpha, raising it from its slumber and it began to vibrate with excitement. Naruto closed his eyes, focusing on the scent…'Earthy, like the moss of the forest floor and...and like the air after a thunderstorm. Yeah...that's it, god, it smells amazing…' Naruto inhaled again and turned his head, where his nose was suddenly slammed full force with the scent. His body shivered and goosebumps raised all over while the scent invaded his entire senses and his alpha slammed into his mind, clawing and biting with need. Naruto gasped out at the sudden assault, his eyes slamming open and his body arching from sudden extreme sensitivity. His cock swelled painfully, his ball sack pulsed as it tightened and he swore that something was going to break. He panted heavily as he felt an unbearable thirst for the scent that washed over him.

He turned his head when he heard a slight moan and saw a tuft of black hair peeking out from the sleeping bag. 'S-Sas…' He turned onto his side, pulling an arm free from his own sleeping bag and ran his fingers through the thick black locks. The alluring scent thickened at the movement and Naruto's alpha purred with hunger that had Naruto push his nose into the blue black hair. 'It's Sasuke...he smells so-so…' his eyes closed as he took a deep breath. The scent sent shocks through his skin, straight to his cock and he hummed hungrily.

"Mmm...Naru?" Sasuke mumbled through his blanket cocoon. He wiggled slightly, feeling soft fingers running through his hair and a pleasant sound and smell touched his senses. "Mmm, smells good," Sasuke hummed out through his sleep.

Naruto dragged the rest of his body as close as he could to Sasuke, his wolf eager to peel the layers back and find him. He planted soft kisses on the crown of Sasuke's head, purring loudly and still inhaling the scent that was coming from Sasuke. Naruto, scent drunk, let his instincts begin to nose his face into the opening of the sleeping bag. Finding Sasuke's neck, he began to pepper kisses and kitten licks on the smooth marbled skin, feeling satisfied when Sasuke responded with goosebumps and a purr.

"Sasuke, Sasuke," Naruto whispered between each kiss and lick.

Sasuke gasped suddenly, his heart thumping against his rib cage and pulling him from his slumber. He bit his bottom lip, suppressing a groan that threatened to escape his lips from the sudden onset of flushed heat that grew in his groin. He felt the kisses and licks on his neck, moving to his collar before the husky purr of the blond alpha. His wolf howled and panted out on his senses, filling his head with such a need, a desire, that Sasuke couldn't help but to pant out and groan. He tilted his neck and arched his back as the alpha's tongue left a searing trail on his neck and now to his shoulder. "Ahh..ahh..Naru," Sasuke panted out.

Naruto unzipped Sasuke's sleeping bag so his hands could run over Sasuke's torso. His purring heightened into an almost growl as his fingertips ran up Sasuke's stomach to his chest, feeling Sasuke shiver from the touch. He rolled a nub between his fingertips before bringing his tongue to flicker at it. Sasuke's hands clenched at the tent floor as he hissed out from the sensation.

Sasuke's body shivered uncontrollably as the alpha touched, teased and tasted his skin. "Ah fuck," Sasuke hissed out. He reached out and grabbed a fistful of blond hair, tugging harshly for Naruto to come up to his face. Sasuke opened his eyes through his panting when he sensed the alpha above him and was met with glowing golden yellow eyes. "Naru…?" Sasuke whispered out in question about the current situation.

"S-Sas...you-so perfect-I can't...nnghh!" Naruto clenched his teeth tight while squinting his eyes shut, seeming like he was in pain.

A heavy scent suddenly flowed and Sasuke closed his eyes when he inhaled the scent the alpha released. His own wolf fiercely slammed against his senses releasing a lust so powerful, Sasuke felt dizzy. "Wh-what is that," Sasuke slurred out happily.

"Sas," Naruto growled out through clenched teeth. "M-my wolf...he wants-fuck!" he cursed out while shaking his head. "He wants to mate and I - I don't know how long I can control him," Naruto grunted out again. "I-I need to go," Naruto stuttered out as he struggled to lift himself from Sasuke.

"Mmm...so?" Sasuke slurred out again with a loose smile on his lips.

Naruto looked at Sasuke's expression. Sasuke's eyes were dilated and glossy, his plump lips were lifted into a smile and a blush of red was painted across his nose. "Sas?"

Sasuke grabbed Naruto hard, pulling their lips together. Sasuke nibbled on Naruto's bottom lip, Naruto growled out, returning the heated kiss and slipping his tongue into Sasuke's mouth when he gasped. Sasuke moaned deeply as he tasted the alpha's tongue on his own. He ran his fingers through the blond hair and tugged playfully while pushing his groin up into the alpha. He whined when Naruto suddenly pulled back from the kiss and hovered over his face, his yellow eyes glowing with such a heated desire, Sasuke purred out an invite.

"Shit, Sasuke, I can't—hold myself back – much longer…" Naruto dropped his head into Sasuke's neck, then ran his nose through dark hair, inhaling as he went. "I want you so bad, but it's—it's to soon - fuck!"

Naruto was suddenly shoved onto his back by force and a snarl was released into the air. Naruto's eyes opened wide to find himself faced with glowing red eyes in return. "S-Sasuke?" Naruto called out. The raven haired omega was now straddling his lap and pinned his shoulders into the ground. Sasuke smirked and those red eyes gave a seductive look. And damn sexy did it look since Sasuke still was almost naked spare his shorts. Naruto's cock swelled painfully at the erotic site. Sasuke was dominating, strong but all omega and Naruto's wolf howled out with acceptance.

"Na-ru-to," Sasuke's voice slurred out the words in a purr as he dipped his head on Naruto's chest and dragged his tongue around the rose coloured nipples. Naruto hissed out a gasp at the sensations, his hands grasping Sasuke's hips. Sasuke nipped at the nipple, grinning when Naruto yelped out and shivered. He moved back up to find Naruto's lips, latching his own onto the plump lips and suckling at them. Naruto's hands moved up his back, scratching at the skin slightly that gave Sasuke's wolf a hearty purr. Sasuke arched his back and let out a gasp at the sensation, his scent growing stronger in the small of the tent. He then pulled Naruto up to a sitting position, remaining on his lap and placed his hands on each scarred cheek. His red eyes focusing on yellow strongly, he watched as Naruto panted out between slightly parted swollen lips and waited. "You're right," Sasuke whispered. "It is too soon for carnal mating...but," Sasuke moved forward and planted a soft kiss on Naruto's lips. "I want you to mark me," he breathed out, his lips millimeters from the alpha's. He smirked as he heard a slight gasp. "Mark me alpha...as yours." His voice was husky with need and he shivered feeling the rock hard cock twitch under his ass.

Naruto slammed his lips onto Sasuke's, moaning out a growl as he tasted the omega, inhaled his rich scent and his groin screamed in need. Sasuke mewed out as Naruto's hands ran up his back and down to his ass, squeezing and pushing it down to grind on his cock. Sasuke gasped out at the feeling and Naruto moved forward, pushing Sasuke gently onto his back, not breaking their heated kiss. Taking his one hand, he moved it beneath Sasuke's shorts and cupped his erection. Sasuke moaned into Naruto's lips, his hips thrusting into Naruto's hand. Fingers prodded at Sasuke's perineum causing the alpha to tremble.

"Nnnggghhh...ah fuck!" Sasuke pulled back from the kiss and gasped out, his head arching back while Naruto fondled his cock and ball sack.

Naruto quickly slipped off Sasuke's shorts before moving to take off his own before moving his mouth to Sasuke's smooth stomach and suckling the marble smooth skin. "I want to make you feel so good Sas…" Naruto purred out as he tongued up Sasuke's chest, taking a nipple between his teeth gently.

"S-shit, yesss…" Sasuke hissed out as his nippled was bit and felt his cock rub against the alpha's own rock erection. His lips were suddenly pressed against warm moist ones and the alpha pulled him back into a sitting position, on Naruto's lap.

Naruto's teeth pulled on Sasuke's bottom lip, his yellow eyes open to see the deep red eyes of the omega. "Sas," he purred out. "Touch me, p-please," Naruto begged and licked at Sasuke's bottom lip.

Sasuke reached down to find the alpha's thick satin smooth dick, the heat emanating from it feeling like his hand would catch fire. He wrapped his smooth long fingers around the girth, his wolf howling with excitement at the enormity of the alpha's cock. Naruto dropped his head forward into Sasuke's neck and hissed out a moan when Sasuke squeezed the cock and tugged experimentally. Sasuke shivered suddenly as he felt Naruto grasping his own hard member and began to stroke it leisurely. Fingers then tipped his chin towards Naruto and his mouth was covered with the wet warm lips of the alpha. Sasuke moaned as he deepened the tongue kiss while stroking Naruto's cock and feeling the pleasure of his own being touched.

Naruto pushed Sasuke's cock against his own then wrapped his hand around Sasuke's, guiding it to grasp both of their cocks together. He could feel Sasuke shiver into his lips at the new hold, their hands stroking both their manhoods together, the primal urge now rising from his alpha to take what was his. He moved his lips to Sasuke's jaw, nipping, tasting along the ridge, down the smooth marbled skin of his neck. Sasuke mewled out lewdly as they continued to stroke their cocks together, the pace beginning to accelerate as the two began to quicken their breaths. Sasuke's head was shifted to the side for the alpha to have more access to his neck and shoulder while Naruto kissed and nipped at the skin, littering the area with red marks. Naruto crossed his legs behind Sasuke, pulling his body in closer, feeling the electricity spark when their skin touched. "Mmm...Suke…" Naruto growled out into Sasuke's neck, licking the junction softly before squeezing his hand around Sasuke's cock, causing the omega to release cries of pleasure and Naruto clamped his teeth into Saskue's pale smooth skin.

The orgasm hit Sasuke by surprise as his head fell back, his lips releasing a climatic cry of euphoria while hands continued to pump his cock with Naruto's. The electricity racing through his body from the bite and orgasm threw his body into convulsions against Naruto's body. The alpha's one arm squeezed him tightly against him, his teeth clamped held fast on his neck while the waves of ecstasy pulsed through him. There was no world around him other than the sensations peaking through him, leaving him drowning in bliss.

Naruto held fast the omega as Sasuke's body spasmed in ecstasy and let out lewd cries of pleasure. Naruto growled and moaned out as his teeth held fast onto Sasuke's neck, and he pumped their cocks faster until his own orgasmic coil erupted within seconds after the omega's. Streams of cum spewed between their bodies, Naruto feeling the shivers of his orgasm rushing through him mixed with his alpha's primal desires washing through him in bliss as he claimed the omega. The combination had him black out as the intensity of the emotions ran through him.

The two wolves, shimmered with sweat, breathing heavy, each had their heads on the other's shoulder as their bodies began to come down from their highs. Slight tremors went through both their bodies as they appeared to hold each other up.

Naruto lifted his head first, cupped Sasuke's cheek and tilted it to look at him. The omega's face was flushed deep red, lips were parted, swollen and glistening with sweat beads dotting his hairline. "Sas?" Naruto whispered out softly as he rubbed his thumb across Sasuke's cheek. The omega hummed a heavy sounding response as his eye lashes began to flutter open and Naruto looked into deep pools of obsidian. Sasuke's eyes were dilated and glossy, and he gave Naruto a small smile when he saw him. Naruto smiled back before placing a soft kiss upon Sasuke's own lips, the omega purring loudly and responding back warmly. Naruto's own alpha purred out in a lull, as the bonding between the two was now complete.

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So, any thoughts? hmm? :)