Title: Bleeding Heart

Series: Naruto

Rating: PG-13-R

Pairings: M/M, M/F/M, F/F

'Thoughts', "Talking", /Telethapy/ /Flashback/

Disclaimer: I own nothing expect for Alex, Dani, Syd, and Eden.

Warning: Lime

Chapter Six

Tsunade blinked when she saw the Copy Ninja standing in her office. She checked the time confirming that it was 8am. 'Why the hell are they here at this time in the morning?'

"I want to know about the girls," he stated bluntly when he walked in. "Who or what are they?" The sennin sighed knowing this would happen.

"It's not my place to tell you that," she replied softly.

"Bull," Kakashi shot back. This secrecy was getting on his last nerve. What was so special about a group of teenage girls? The blond woman knew the lazy ninja wouldn't give up until his curiosity was sated.

"I really can't," she repeated. "It's too personal, but feel free to ask them yourselves. I doubt you'll get much of an answer though."

"I'm sure," he muttered under his breath.

"However, I can tell you one thing," she said. Kakashi tried to wait patiently, but patience had never been his virtue.

"What is it?" he snapped. 'I bet the old hag tells me something useless.

"Do you know the legend of the Coven?" she questioned. The question baffled the jounin.

"I believe the legend says that the gods bestowed their power and beauty upon four human children who became the legendary Coven," he recited what he learned in his childhood.

"Correct," she said smiling.

"What does this have to do with anything, Hokage-sama?" he questioned annoyed.

"For a genius, you're an idiot," she grumbled. Her good mood was gone and it was this arrogant jounin's fault. "Those girls are the Coven." Kakashi couldn't believe his ears. There was no way it was possible. However looking at his leader's face he knew it was true. He bowed quietly before taking his leave.

Kiba sat on a bench near the entrance to the park. He woke up earlier and couldn't get back to sleep. He gently pet Akamaru, who was dozing in his lap. After the storm last night he was surprised at how peaceful everything was. Kiba wondered back to the night before with Naruto and Sasuke. He was itching to find out what happened, but it was still too early for a visit. Akamaru's ears perked up at the sound of footsteps. He whined low in his throat to alert the boy. Kiba looked over to see the silver haired girl from yesterday. She was wearing blue sweat pants and a black hoody. She jogged passed him, stopped, and jogged back.

"Hey there cutie,"she cooed gently. Akamaru barked his pleasure as she rubbed his neck. She looked up, her Persian eyes taking his breath away. "You must be Kiba."

"Yeah," he said after a moment of speechlessness. "Who are you?"

"Oh sorry, I'm Eden," she replied shaking his hand.

"So you're Eden," he smiled. "I've heard a lot abut you from Naruto and Alex." 'They never said she was beautiful.'

"It was probably a lot of bad things," she said blushing slightly. 'I so know why Shino loves him,' she thought to herself.

"Nah, it wasn't that bad," he teased. He gave her a soft smile before looking away. Eden saw the sadness in the smile and her heart clenched painfully. 'That's right he's in love with Shino,' she thought morosely. 'I'll never find love.'

/ "You're a monster!" her Alpha shouted making her wince. She didn't understand what was going on. She looked over at Alex for help, but her Alpha roughly grabbed her chin, forcing her to look at him. The piercing look in his eyes was enough to freeze her insides. She obvious had done something to anger her Alpha and packmates. She knew she must face the consequences, whatever they were. However, she wasn't prepared for the stinging sensation on her cheek and let out a whimper. She held back her tears knowing she had already shown too much cowardice. The warning growl from her Alpha proved it. It was bad enough that she had angered everyone, but now she had broken lupine law; never show fear or emotion. She could hear Alex screaming in the background, which only served to enrage the pack further. Lupine matters were to be settled within packs, without the interference of other creatures. She couldn't fathom what she had done, but she was willing to do anything to redeem herself.

"Get up!" She quickly stood at her Alpha's command. Hope fluttered in her chest when she saw her mother next to the Alpha. However, that hope quickly died when she felt her mother's claws rip through her cheek. She looked back, eyes wide with disbelief. She felt her heart break at the murderous and hateful look in those brown eyes. Involuntarily she took a step back when her leader's glare deepened. She felt the spiders healing the bleeding wound. She couldn't repress the shudder at the still new sensation of their legs on her skin. It was only last night that she had stumbled upon the wounded spider demon. With her dying breath the woman gave her powers to Eden in hopes of continuing her clan in some way.

"You're a disgrace! Nothing, but a hideous creature," her mother spat. The words were like a stab to her heart, and this time she couldn't stop the tears from falling.

"From this moment forward you are banished from this pack," The Alpha's order wrung a strangled cry from her throat. "Should you ever step foot in this land again, you will be killed immediately. Those of lupin blood will forever look at you with hate for your betrayal. You will never find love and mate because of the grotesque creature you've become." He grabbed her arm, barred his teeth, and lunged./

"Eden!" The girl looked up blearily at the dog boy. Kiba had been staring around the area and when he had turned back he found her with tears in her blank eyes and clutching her chest. He called her name frantically, but she didn't respond until he shook her. She looked so heartbroken that he couldn't resist the urge to hug her. For some reason she stirred up an emotion that he thought only Shino could instill. Eden weakly took in her surrounds and realized she had fallen into the memories. She cursed silently; wolves never showed weakness. She pulled herself away from the warm embrace and shakily stood up. Hastily she wiped her tears and plastered on a smile. She could feel the spiders traveling through her body in a frenzy.

"It's about time I head back," she muttered desperate to get away. "See you around." 'Shino better fix things between you,' she thought. Kiba saw through the smile to the pain in her eyes. Desperation clawed at him and he unconsciously grabbed her hand when she turned to leave. Eden faced him when she felt the tug on her hand. Her hand felt warm and a shudder ran through her. Kiba felt the same and didn't want to let her go.

"Why don't you have breakfast with me?" he asked hopefully. She tried to say no, but the beguiling puppy eyes pulled her in. Reluctantly she nodded knowing she shouldn't. 'I can't do this,' she though frantically. 'The more I hang out with him the more I'll like him. I can't do that to Shino.' They walked with Kiba yapping away like a little puppy. 'This is the last time I'll hang out with him,' she thought firmly giving a sad smile.

Genma sighed as he and Raido waited on line to hand in their reports. 'If the old hag had been here last night we wouldn't be here,' he thought crossly. He stroked the back of his lover's hand discreetly. Raido grinned and played with the long fingers. The room buzzed with energy and chatting people. The bustling stopped when a young girl entered. Raido gasped and pulled his younger lover closer.

"That's the girl from last night!" he whispered in Genma's ear.

"Yeah I know," came the reply. The girl had her black hair pulled into a ponytail and her blue eyes were outlined in kohl. She had on tight black pants, a blue and black stripped sleeveless shirt, and a black long sleeved button up shirt. Overall the girl looked sexy and dangerous...very dangerous. It appeared the ANBU thought the same; they surrounded her immediately. She glared, but did nothing. Strands of hair fell in her face, but, surprisingly, the scar wasn't hidden. Many scarred kounichi's hid their scars shamefully. She waited a few moments, her fingers twitching, before Tsunade came out.

"Did you have to create such a ruckus Sydney?" she asked amused. She dismissed the ANBU guards carelessly and took in the dark girl. "I didn't get to see much of you yesterday, but I like look." Sydney gave her a bland look. The older woman sighed. 'Is it too much to ask for a smile?' "Alright alright, come into my office." She turned and headed back to her office when she saw the two special jounin. "You two come as well." The lovers shared a confused look before following their Hokage. They stood uneasy next to the younger girl wondering why they were here. "Syd, what did you see?" Tsunade asked worried. The dark girl was silent. She glanced at the two men before looking back at the blond. "They're fine, trust me."

"Darkness is approaching and it's coming fast," she replied in a dulcet voice that stunned both men. "The waters couldn't discern the truth behind it. It seems that whatever is coming is after Naruto and quite possible Alex." Tsunade felt her heart thudding rapidly. This new threat worried her greatly.

"I want the two of you to help Kakashi and Iruka watch over them," she ordered. "That is your new mission."

"Of course," they said in unison.

"One more thing," Sydney stated. "We're getting a new ally."

"A new ally?" Raido asked. He was confused about the whole thing. The water speaking, the event last night, and now watching over the younger nins made no sense to him.

"Yes, the water refused to reveal the identity," she replied tersely. Tsunade nodded. Crawford had warned her of this event. He had seen everything, but as usual denied her the outcome.

"That's it for now," she announced. "Genma, Raido take Sydney for breakfast and get to know each other." They nodded recognizing the commanding tone in her voice.

Alex sat on the couch in the living room staring into nothing. Nightmares had plagued her after she had fallen asleep. She couldn't take it anymore and forced herself awake. She decided to come down to the living room and read a bit, but she never got the chance to pick up her book. She sat there for hours unaware of the time. That was how Iruka found her. His internal clock woke him craving for coffee. He paused on the way to the kitchen when he saw her. Cautiously he approached the still figure, worry gnawing at him. Her eyes were black, completely empty, and she appeared lifeless.

"Alex," he said worried. Hesitantly, he placed his hand on her shoulder. The moment his hand touched her her body Jerked and she bolted off the couch. He frowned at the frightened look in her eyes. She seemed very different from how she was yesterday.

"Don't touch me!" she cried out terrified. Iruka tried to speak, but the small girl wouldn't let him. "Don't come near me!" His mind worked frantically trying to find a way to calm her down. "I won't do anything you want! Try and make me you fuckers! His heart was beating rapidly at the words being spat at him. 'What the hell happened to her?' He felt Kakashi appear behind him. The Silver haired jounin noticed the tension in the room and the fear in the girl. Her eyes were glazed over and it was clear she was trapped in the past.

"Iruka, she's not here," he whispered. "She's remembering something."

"What can we do?" he asked.

"Nothing," he replied. Iruka frowned not accepting the answer. The girl was obviously hurting and needed help. She screamed when he stepped forward.

"Stay away!" she shouted hugging herself. He felt a strong forced pushing him back. A wall of fire formed around her. She cried out terrified when arms came around her. Kyuubi stood in front of her, waved his hand, and the flames disappeared. The older nins saw Naruto holding her from behind while she struggled, clawed, and tried to twist out of his grasp. She screamed until her voice was hoarse. Iruka winced, unable to believe what he was witnessing.

"Alex, you need to wake up," Naruto said gently. He hissed when nails dug into his arms. "Alex you need to stop!" Nothing he said got through to her and she continued to fight. He glanced to Kyuubi for help. Faster than the human eyes could follow, the kitsune and Naruto switched places. Naruto gently pried her right hand open where a thin white scar ran diagonally down her palm. He took his right hand and placed palm to palm. He looked her in the eye firmly. "Kat, please stop," he whispered gently. The glaze gradually began to disappear and she fell limply into his arms. "It's ok Kat, everything's ok." Iruka couldn't believe his eyes. The intensity of the girl's powers had left him shaking. He glanced at his lover and saw the barely repressed shaking. 'How could Naruto stand that?' The blond carefully lifted the girl in his arms, still soothing her, and took her back upstairs.

"So those girls are the Coven," Kakashi breathed in awe. Iruka looked at him dumbfounded.

"The Coven!"

"I see the old woman told you," Kyuubi sneered.

"She only told me that they are the Coven," he replied.

"Hmph," snorted the fox. "For being blessed by the gods they've suffered unlike any other." The academy teacher tilted his head in curiosity. It was clear he wanted to know more. "Don't look to me for answers. It's not my business nor is it yours." Having said his piece he left the house. /Kit, I'm heading to the forest for a bit. How's Alex?/ /She's sleeping now. I guess we'll see when she wakes up./Alright, watch her and don't let the brat upset you./

Neji woke early that morning. Sharing a bed with Lee wasn't the most pleasant experience. He tossed, turned, and kicked in his sleep. It had rained hard all night so Gai had let them stay. The girls took the first spare room, while he and Lee took the second. The sand child had decided for them by taking the couch. He grunted when Lee's hand smacked into his chest. He decided to get up before suffering anymore abuse. He quietly walked into the living room stunned by the sleeping figure. He had expected the boy to be awake. He had often heard that he couldn't sleep because of the demon inside him.

He sat on the arm of the couch near Gaara's head. The boy looked so tempting curled up on his side. He felt the urge to touch the red tresses and unconsciously found his hands running through the soft hair. Gaara moaned softly, startling Neji, and shifted on his back. The boys lips parted slightly causing the long haired boy's heart to speed up. 'Just once,' he thought. He bent down and pressed his lips to Gaara's lightly. He pulled back quickly, his heart thudding in his ears. Neji felt himself lean back down, unable to stop himself he kissed the younger boy again. He pressed against the soft lips harder and slipped his tongue past the parted lips. A moan came from the smaller boy. Neji went to pull back when two hands grabbed his head.

Gaara woke to a pleasant tingling against his lips. He didn't know what is was, only that he didn't want it to stop. Neji hesitated when he felt the other boy's hands in his hair. When he felt those hands pulling him closer he pressed closer. He slid his tongue against the other boy's teasingly. Gaara moaned again and tried to copy the older boy. It was Neji's turn to moan when Gaara's fingers massaged his scalp. He had always loved it when people played with his hair. His neck began to hurt from the angle. He pulled back wringing a whimper from the younger boy. He moved off the arm of the couch and straddled the sand child. He looked down at Gaara for any signs to stop. All he saw was a heavy lidded, panting boy tempting him.

Neji leaned down at the same time Gaara leaned up. Lips locked and tongues dueled as the sand child tried to take control. His hands went back to the Hyuuga's hair tugging lightly before gripping his head and pressing up against him. This feeling was good and he wanted more. Neji's hands slid down the red head's neck to rub at his chest. Gaara groaned quietly at the friction. He grinded up into the strong body above him pulling a chocked moan from the other boy. Neji looked at the smaller boy, flushed and panting from want. 'Gods he's beautiful.,' he leaning down to kiss the sand child.

"Good morni-oh!" Lee gasped. He was shocked to find the two boys together so intimately. Neji and Gaara broke apart surprised at the interruption. Neji felt his face burning as he quickly scrambled off the younger boy. By now the others entered the living room. Gai smiled brightly at the pair. 'Guess I don't need to give them a push.' Temari looked at her brother sitting calmly while the other boy resembled an apple.

"Gaara, are you ok?" she asked concerned. Hearing the question Neji forgot his embarrassment and glanced at the other boy. He sat upright staring blankly at the wall in front of him. He looked over at his sister when he heard the question.

"I'm fine," he replied monotonously. "I'm going to check on Naruto." He stood up and bowed politely to Gai. "Thank you for your hospitality." 'What happened?' Neji thought worried as he watched Gaara leave.