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In A Demon's Possession

Chapter 29

Previous Chapter...

Kankuro was shocked that his younger brother did that? But he was very grateful that he did.

Like Temari, Kankuro cared deeply for his younger brother and hated their father that used them as tools to gain more power, he always wanted to bond with his brother, but was kept away and told that he was too dangerous to associate with. Kankuro wouldn't lie and say that he wasn't nervous of his younger brother but he knew that Gaara wasn't to blame for how he was brought up to be.

"Right so um...What now?" Kankuro asked quietly.

"We will have to go along with their plans for now until such times we can do otherwise" Gaara replied.

Kankuro nodded agreeing to what his brother said. They could see the snakes forces gathering ready to depart and begin the invasion, the sound six members was also now gathering amongst the other demons and hybrids loyal to the snake. Kabuto stepped out of the large estate. He had what appeared to 've a snake draped across his shoulders as he stood and looked down at the forces gathered.

The snake slithered from of his shoulders and down his arms to the ground and lifted its head and upper part as the forces looked upon the snake questionably. The crowd grew quiet as a familiar voice seemed to come from the snake itself addressing them with orders.

"The time hasss come for you to go into battle and invade the demon lord Kyubi"sss landsss. Those of you will each be led by your sssuperiorss and will be informed on the sspecific targetss I wissh to have in my handsss. Female demonss I prefer to be captured than killed any other male demonsss that have certain blood limitss can alssso be captured. Any othersss are free to be killed the demon lord Kyubi I want him captured ssso that I have the privilege to keep him locked up until I ssso desire to kill him." The snake that was projecting Orochimaru's voice announced to the crowd.

"Now go and do not fail me" The snake added as the crowd of demons cheered and got ready to invade.

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The Human village ruins...

The snake dispersed into a puff of smoke leaving Kabuto the second in command to further address the forces that was gathered.

"You heard Lord Orochimaru's orders? We will head out and invade and conquer the Kyubi's lands. Each of you will be selected and will then be under the command of the general's chosen by myself. Step forward!" Kabuto announced loudly.

The six members of the sound six had stepped forward, each of them looked upon the demon forces gathered.

"They themselves will choose who they wish to be under their command, I myself will also be selecting a small team that I have already chosen." Kabuto added his eyes staring at the Suna siblings.

"We will commence operation invasion within the hour so pay attention to your commanding General " Kabuto finished

The sounds of cheers followed as Kankuro glanced at Gaara whose expression remained calm. Baki had approached them the look on his face said it all.

"It seems Lord Rasa has yet to inform me of his own orders on the situation. We can only now just follow their orders until your father does initiate contact." Baki stated quietly.

Kankuro looked at Gaara wondering if he would divulge information to their team leader. Gaara could sense the questioning gaze from his brother and sighed, he knew that if he did, he would have to act quickly. Kabuto had looked at them specifically when he announced his own small team he had chosen. Gaara surmised that they were the ones chosen to follow him and knew it was likely to monitor and then detain them when the time was right to do so. Only Kabuto failed to realise that Gaara was already on to him and the snake's plans, so was Kankuro too.

"I think there is something you should know Baki" Gaara stated quietly as Kankuro kept his eyes on their surroundings as Gaara began to explain quickly the reasons as to why they hadn't heard from his father.

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Kyubi Fortress...

Naruto was in a dilemma, the words of his mate repeated within his mind. She wanted his permission to fight beside him and his people. It was admirable to him that had his heart fluttering at her words. He knew inwardly he had chosen a fine mate to be beside him, the other was his libido that was stirring dangerously at her request, he found it quite sexy and hot imagining her curvaceous body fighting alongside him.

Although very tempting he had to be logical, he knew his mate was strong, he had seen it within her eyes and her actions ever since he had taken her captive. The reports he had been given by Tsunade on her training had proven that to him. The problem was that he had only just bonded with her, the mating pull was still very fresh between them. It took a lot for him to not jump her as he returned for her. Just a touch upon her skin aroused him greatly and he knew that it was affecting her just as much as well.

He didn't want to upset his mate by denying her request. However, if he allowed her to do so then he himself would be at a dilemma because he wouldn't be able to concentrate fully on what he himself had to do.

"Lord Naruto" A voice stated breaking him from his thoughts.

"Ah Shikamaru what is it?"

"Sai has reported that the snakes' forces are preparing to invade!" Shikamaru stated as calmly as he could.

"Spread the word and have the team's ready and prepared for confrontation and imminent battle...Send me Tsunade quickly" Naruto ordered

"What about me Lord Naruto?" Temari asked as she bowed

"You will remain beside Shikamaru Nara and follow his orders" Naruto replied as Temari nodded.

"Hime..."

"Y-Yes..."

"I can't let you fight alongside me" Naruto began.

Hinata looked at him feeling a mixture of emotions that Naruto could feel intensely knew he had to explain to her, to assure her his reasons for doing so, also how he was going to compromise to her request.

"Now my hime, before you question my decision there is a reason?" Naruto calmly stated.

Hinata kept her eyes upon him, a mixture of disappointment, fear, uselessness, and anger could clearly be seen within her lilac depths.

"Under any other circumstance I would gladly have you fighting alongside me hime, don't you ever think its because I feel that you are weak? I can assure you that I have never thought that you were, you are strong so please believe me when I say that, as I don't say it that often to just anyone." Naruto confided

Hinata's eyes widened at his words a slight tint of pink dusted her cheeks as she kept looking at his intense eyes of blazing blue.

"The fight me and my people will be facing will be dangerous, the snake has his eyes on you and for what purpose I do not know. We have just recently bonded and I know you are feeling differently to how you was before. If I have you fighting I will not be completely focused on the battle ahead I would be too distracted to make sure you remain safe. However, I do understand your reasons and your desire to help us in anyway. So I will compromise with you, and will allow you to help alongside Tsunade in the infirmary. " Naruto explained calmly.

"..."

"I haven't the time to explain my reasons fully to you my hime. You may ask Tsunade and she will explain more regarding our bonding. Although I am letting you work alongside Tsunade and Sakura. I do insist that my summons be present to defend you from any enemies that may break through our defenses. Do not go off on your own hime, but remain within the infirmary until Tsunade instructs otherwise. Do you understand?"

Hinata nodded grateful he was allowing her to do something at least. The thought of her being cooped up and protected while the others fought the enemy did not sit well with her. Even if she was technically a human and those around her was demons, she had in fact become quite friendly with a few of the members. Ino, Kiba, Shino, Tsunade and even Tenten had helped train her and each had become friendly with her since her arrival and the thought of them fighting for her safety worried her greatly.

"Very well my Lord I agree to your compromise" Hinata answered

Naruto gazed at her to see her whether she was angry at him, but to his relief he could sense that she wasn't. The last thing he needed was the thought of them having a disagreement with each other whilst he headed of to do battle.

"The teams are ready my Lord" Shikamaru shouted over to him.

Naruto nodded letting him know that he had heard him clearly and sighed. He was about to step out and address the team's and follow the plans that Shikamaru had set out until a voice was heard.

"W-Wait...M-My Lord!?" Hinata stuttered out. This caused Naruto to stop mid step.

"Yes my hime?"

"Please return safely t-to me" Hinata asked softly.

Her cheeks now tinted deep pink realizing that they wasn't exactly on their own, as others who had heard seemed to look around elsewhere at the touching scene. Naruto who presently still had his back facing her was blushing deeply himself and quickly turned around and grabbed her towards him. Her body was soft and her scent magnificent, had his inner self purring like a baby kit.

"I promise you now that I will return back to your side, so please...Please do as I ask and keep yourself safe from those bastards. Promise me hime!?" Naruto softly demanded in a whisper.

"I-I promise you I will follow your orders Naruto-kun" Hinata answered truthfully.

He hugged her close and kissed her lips softly as they parted. He wanted to stay and kiss those soft lips of hers hard and then head back to his chambers with her. It was something he was looking forward to once this battle was over, it gave him the incentive to leave her side. Knowing that the quicker it ends the quicker he can return to her.

"Remember hime...We will be spending a lot more time together once this is over...Alright?"

"Y-Yes" Hinata squeaked knowing what he meant as he then disappeared in a flash of orange. Leaving his blushing new mate to regain her senses.

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Naruto had appeared outside his fortress a good ten minutes later. The teams were there waiting for him to arrive, each ready and prepared to fight for their land, their home and most of all their freedom.

"Alright then...They are now making their way to us and to try to conquer our land, we will each fight for it not to happen. Combat team one will be with me, each of you will help fight against the members of sound six, including that bastard Kabuto. Team two, you are the back up and will accompany us. Team three you will guide four, five and six against the masses. The rest are to hold down the fortress, help the injured to sick bay and rectify the seals. Jiraiya has made these that only those who has my chakra seal upon them can enter and Dan also leave" Naruto addressed the teams of his people, friends and acquaintances.

Sasuke then stepped forward to add to Naruto's orders.

"All of you make sure that you keep your guard up. The demons that have allied themselves to the snake bastard, will be devious and ruthless. They may use trickery to let you ease your guard, do not let that happen. It is what they want you to do. Each of us has a job to do and that is to protect not only our selves but our comrades to." Sasuke finished stepping back in line.

"Jiraiya will remain with the toads on the last line perimeter, lets hope that they won't get to it. If they do remain calm and remember my earlier words." Naruto finished nodding to Sai.

Sai stepped in front drawing quickly and a dozen large birds made of his special ink appeared, each of the two teams members getting upon them and heading out leaving Naruto to vanish in a flash of orange signaling to everyone that the battle has only just begun.

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Baki was stunned at what he heard but kept his composure. So his home, friends, family and his own leader were now decimated into the very sands itself? A part of him didn't want to believe the youngest son of Raza but seeing how Kankuro glanced at him he knew that it had to be true, it did make sense as to why he hadn't received word from his leader and friend like they should of done. It also explained the feeling he had when he was in the presence of Kabuto.

That uneasy feeling from his gut instincts were always right and although he didn't want to believe it, he had no choice on the matter but to remain calm and follow what Gaara suggested if they were to make it out of this situation they had found themselves in. Gaara calmly looked normal remaining beside the clone of Temari, both ready for the invasion to begin.

"He's coming so act calm and composed both of you" The red head warned sensing Kabuto coming towards them.

Kankuro and Baki did just that when Kabuto approached them.

"I have selected you as a team to accompany me into battle. You are all aware of the target's that need capturing and aware of who we are likely to face?" Kabuto addressed them.

Baki decided he would talk for the team seeing as he was leader and to keep the fact that they was well aware of the snakes real intentions with them.

"Very well since I haven't received word from my leader Rasa, we will follow under you into battle" Baki stated calmly and keeping his bile from rising from his throat, and his anger non-existent.

"Good then shall we head out?" Kabuto enquired a creepy grin upon his lips as he looked at the siblings in particular.

Both Gaara and Kankuro kept their composure when Kabuto's eyes remained upon the clone of their sister. Each of them hoping that he wasn't yet aware that she was but a clone, it would be a disaster if they was suddenly found out, and aware of their true intentions. Kabuto then turned around and signaled them to follow him towards the entrance where the other teams were now stationed and gave the signal as the team's set out into battle.

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Hinata found herself now inside the infirmary, Karin was also there getting the supplies ready and the beds prepared for injured patients. Sakura was listing all the medicines they had in stock, as Shizune was in discussion with Tsunade.

"Shouldn't you be in Lord Naruto's chambers?" Sakura asked when she saw Hinata enter.

"He is allowing me to help out here for any injuries brought in from battle" Hinata replied calmly

Sakura blinked at her answer but didn't say anything else knowing that in this situation all the help they could get would be needed. Tsunade walked over and looked over the clinic and nodded pleased that everything was prepared and ready for use, that she hoped wouldn't be needed.

Everyone was tense as it was and she herself was included. She and a few others had faced many battles and had fought them, the world they now lived in was extremely dangerous to exist in, especially woman whether they be demon or human.

"Good...Everything seems to be in order ready for any injuries that our comrades may sustain in battle. I want you Shizune to wait at the entrance with Sakura. Both of you are well equipped to assist immediately once any injured are brought through the barrier. Karin, Hinata and myself will remain inside the clinic. Any questions?"

No one spoke so Tsunade signaled both Sakura and Shizune to head off to the entrance and await incoming injuries. Her eyes then focused upon Hinata in particular.

"Hinata I would like to have a word with you before it gets to hectic...Karin the clinic is in your care finish what you was doing we will be back shortly"

Karin nodded and carried I preparing the clinic ready for use.

Tsunade led Hinata not to far away but somewhere they could talk privately, the blonde had been visited by Naruto before he left to address his people who would be fighting.

Flashback...

Tsunade had just received word that Naruto wanted to see her and cursed inwardly seeing that she was busy trying to make sure everything the clinic needed was there. She was about to head out until she saw the younger blonde appear in a flash of orange before her.

"Gaki!?"

"Baa-chan...I need a word with you"

Tsunade ignored the baa-chan suffix that she hated seeing the look in the young man's eyes.

"Very well what is it you want to talk to me about?"

"Hinata...She wanted to fight but I made a compromise instead" Naruto admitted

"Compromise!?...What Compromise did you give her?"

"I denied her to fight out there with me and the others and I know you can understand my reasons for doing this...Can't you?"

Tsunade was surprised that Hinata had told him her willingness to fight beside him in battle and had to secretly commend the human girl that had easily become a part of their lives that they cared deeply about. Tsunade however, although proud of her and her strength in character understood completely why Naruto denied her.

"Due to you bonding, it would be difficult for you to remain focused on the battle ahead. I expect you are finding it difficult to be away from her now huh..Gaki?"

"Yes...I am...But she is the main target of what that bastard wants. I need you to look out for her in your care I told her that I would allow her to help you within the clinic to help any injured. Her eyes would benefit you as a natural x-Ray and her knowledge of herbs I heard from Jiraiya has even opened your eyes to her hidden talent at healing." Naruto admitted

Although surprised Tsunade was pleased he allowed the girl, his new life mate the opportunity to do something instead of being cooped up in a room like a prisoner. Hinata had been managed to bring new techniques to her with herbs suitable to heal certain ailments that she had never known in all the years she had studied medicine. The fact that her eyes could help notice broken bones and inner injuries quicker than she or Sakura, and Shizune could diagnose altogether, was a blessing to them and lessening the time on each individual patient.

"Very well I think she us a valuable asset to have and I will watch over her gaki" Tsunade replied

"I will have my summons guarding her for extra protection if our enemies manage to break through the defenses and the barrier. Jiraiya will be on the last line of defense with the toads who have offered assistance to us in our time of need." Naruto informed her.

"Sakura also has the slugs available as do I that can also help the multiple injured, the toads will be valued highly due to who we are dealing with. Although we do have Anko on our side we do know that Orochimaru has Manda as his summon." Tsunade warned.

"I am aware of that I think that's how come chief decided to offer his services in the battle he was itching to make a snake purse or something along those lines"

Tsunade chuckled knowing the rivalry between both of them it had gone on for as long as Jiraiya and Orochimaru had their own unique rivalry.

"Anything else gaki?"

"Yes there is something I need you to do...I need you to let Hinata-chan know the details of bonding"

"Didn't you talk to her about it already?" Tsunade asked

"Yes but not everything in that regard baa-chan, I need her to know about the pulls to the bond in detail as well as the changes her body will likely occur now that she is my mate"

"Very well I will do as you ask...However, this should of come from you gaki and you know this!?"

"I know, I know baa-chan...But in my defense I haven't had the luxury to enjoy the full benefits of the bond have I now? What with this predicament taking place...But I can assure you those bastards will not win or take anything from me, especially my vixen. Make no mistake once this is over, I am placing the rule over to Jiraiya so I can spend the time I was going to have with my hime!" Naruto stated with a growl.

"Alright gaki...Save you anger for those bastards coming. I will talk to her for you just...make sure you return safely to us...All of you for that matter!" Tsunade stated

"..."

"I have lost many people gaki in my lifetime, those that I hold dear. My brother Nawaki, my lover Dan, also your parents...I just can't bare to lose any more, so be careful out there alright" Tsunade admitted her voice held as light tremble of emotion.

"I will I have too much here to leave any way don't I? I promise baa-chan I will return back to you all alright, and I never go back on my promises ya know!"

Tsunade smiled and nodded seeing the blinde she saw as a grandson flash away in a flash of orange leaving her to stare at where he had stood hoping that he kept his promise.

Flashback Ends...

Tsunade broke from her thoughts as she looked upon the girl that had taken the gaki's heart. She herself cared so much for him and now also found herself caring for this blue haired human who had now bonded with her surrogate grandson. Tsunade wished that both Kushina and Minato was here right now to see over this impending battle about to take place.

However, Tsunade knew that she had to keep her faith on the blonde young Lord, she herself was ready to gamble and put a bet in the offs he was facing. A known gambler by heart Tsunade didn't want to junk this whole thing so kept her bets to herself instead of expressing them outwardly. That didn't mean she didn't think Naruto couldn't finish this because deep down she was certain that he and his friends would be able to...She just hoped that there wouldn't be substantial casualties in the long run.

She wished she could turn back time and help put an end to Orochimaru when he had turned against them all instead of putting her faith in Jiraiya and his belief that their once good friend and comrade could come back to them. She was adamant that it could never happen now after all the misery and death he has caused. He certainly wasn't going to get his hands on this girl in front of her, she had a feeling what that slimey no good bastard snake wanted and she would likely kill the girl herself than let him get his vile hands on her and that would be the very last resort if it came to it.

"Y-You wanted to talk to me Tsunade?" Hinata asked

"Yes,...I did Hinata Naruto did come time before he left asking me to have a word with you." Tsunade explained

"Yes he did mention he would get you to talk to me"

"Hmm...I know he spoke to you about compromising and letting you help out in the infirmary. Personally I am pleased as I will never turn away help when it will be needed." Tsunade began.

"I am also proud to see you willing to fight beside us than to be cooped up inside your chambers" Tsunade added.

Hinata nodded thankful for the elder females praise in confidence in her.

"I also wanted to talk to you about the bonding, Naruto in fact asked me to tell you on a few things you may go through since you have fully mated with him." Tsunade informed her.

Hinata blushed but knew that everyone was now well aware that she had mated with Naruto. Mortifying that they knew what went in between them she still had to get herself used to the demons culture and customs from now on.

"What is it you need to inform me about Tsunade?" Hinata asked calmly

"Well I will fill you in on the basics due to the limited time we have on hand, so any questions then say I will do my best to fill you in on them" Tsunade reasoned

Hinata nodded as she then gave Tsunade her full attention, curious at what she would now find herself expecting. Tsunade sighed and began to inform her on everything she was to expect from being bonded to a powerful demon such as Naruto.

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A/N:- Hello to everyone who is following this story. Apologies for the wait with updates but a lot has gone on privately in my life. Firstly I would like to say thank you to Oceanmoon who was my beta for this story and Hot For Teacher, again I thank you for all the help you gave me while looking through each chapter I had written. I do hope I can work with you again in future.

I would also like to thank Melancholy234 who has agreed to become my new beta for this story, thank you for looking over the chapters for me.

I'm very near completing Hard Love that I am working on. I am also working on my other chapters to my other on going stories. I have due to popular demand decided to rewrite The Demon Fox Lover, I have reposted the story and chapters back up. I will be continuing with the story from the summer of this year. I do plan to post a few new stories this year the first will be Shinobi passions that I'm working on in my spare time.

I will be updating this story for the moment monthly.

No recommendations will be given this chapter but I will do so next chapter.

Till next chapter x