I'm sorry how long this took! I've had this little bit done for a while and I thought I had posted it! I'm soooorrrryyyy! Also sorry it's short...


Risa yawned as she crept into the clearing where the boys slept. She easily avoided Sasuke, jumped lightly over a sprawling Naruto, and had her ankle grabbed by Itachi. She jolted away and he sat up to look at her. After a moment he stood and walked away, looking back at her once he was at the edge of the clearing. With a soft smile she followed him until they were far enough away to not wake anyone else. Before she could speak he turned to her with a frown and held out the blood gem.

"Why did you leave this in my pack?"

"Is that where it went?" She asked innocently.

"The Hokage called quite a few times. He wanted to know if you killed Danzo."

"What did you tell him?" Itachi tossed the gem at her and groaned.

"I told him I didn't know! He didn't argue since he was with me, but… I thought you said Danzo would have died from a heart attack after having his soul taken. So why is he accusing you?!" Risa chuckled.

"That man is so suspicious, but he's not stupid. He probably guessed I overheard your conversation since Danzo died that same night. It was rather conspicuous I suppose."

"Are you going to tell him the truth?" Risa laughed outright.

"Of course I'm not. Maybe one day, past the time he can do anything about it. For now, though, I suppose I will face his accusations and perhaps have you take the boys over next time instead."

"Me? But if he has no proof…"

"He'll still be trying to find some. I'm sure he firmly believes in my involvement." She smiled and ruffled his hair before turning away. "Go get some sleep my son." She disappeared and Itachi rolled his eyes as he straightened his hair.


Ugh... I can't believe I forgot to post this...