Unfortunately for the rest of the crew, I died, and happily at that. I was sitting in the driver side of my lovely 2018 black and red Jeep Wrangler and boy was I ecstatic to be sitting in it again. Itachi and Deidara were both confused and weary of my mechanical heart. Penelope was sitting next to me glaring at the guys who were awkwardly standing outside the vehicle.

"Guys,just get your fucking asses in the back of the car before I shove my foot so far up them that you can taste my nail polish." I just sweat drop, oh dear, there she goes again.

"Um, Penz… They've never seen anything like this before, can't you be nice for once? They are basically like babies in this sense.." I asked her to roll my eyes and jumped out for a minute pushing the guys into the back of my precious Jeep. They stiffened for a moment before climbing in and slowly relaxing, Itachi was sitting behind me while Deidara was behind Penelope. We were off to my least favorite place in the world, okay I should say second least… War-Mart or Wally-World, depends who you ask. However, I think I hate the mall the most. I hate large places with large crowds. The mall was both…

"Wow, look at how big this place is hmm!" Deidara called out from behind Penelope. I sweat drop glad that not a lot of people actually like anime in our odd little town. That would have been bad, especially if someone were to recognize the guys with us.

"Ok guys, I need you to stay close to us while we are here." I commented while we started walking into the store of crazy. Not even ten minutes later the local weirdo was walking around. He was about 6 feet tall and super skinny. He wore black speedo, and a crop top fishnet top and some sneakers. I think the guys just about had a heart attack when they saw him walking around.

"What on earth was that hmm?" Deidara asked me, stunned. Like he wasn't sure what to think. I didn't really blame him.

"Oh just the neighborhood weirdo. I wouldn't worry too much. He's always dressed like that." Itachi just got paler. I felt bad… kind of… On the other hand, it was kind of funny that they went to see Spheritos. That is what I've been calling the guy who walked around practically naked. "Anyway Sphere what is it you need to get from here again...because I know that both of us hate this place.." Penelope asked me, I gave a thought because I spaced out what it was I needed to get. Then it hit me, I began walking over to the clothing department and picked out some clothing for the guys. Throwing them in the basket we headed toward the food section and I hummed along the way easily guiding our little group to fruits and vegetables. Well, I was until I heard a voice I really wish I didn't know.

"Oh my well aren't you just something." I stiffen and just keep walking. Hopefully she doesn't recognize me. 'Sapherya! Oh My god, it's been forever how are you!?" I sweat drop and turn around only to see something I really wish I hadn't. Victoria was on Itachi's arm and linked with Deidara, Penelope was radiating with murder. The blonde with pink tipped hair had a bright white smile.

"Hi…Victoria…" I managed to get out, I forced a smile on my face, shifting uncomfortably. Itachi noticed this and untwined himself walking over to me and stood protectively. The blonde pouts staring at the ravenette next to me.

"Awww, what? Is this sexy hunk taken?" She pouts and crosses her arms over her smallish chest. Deidara decided at that moment to slink over to me hiding somewhat behind Penelope. I rolled my eyes muttering to myself.

"So much for being men…" I commented and sigh "Victoria, yes he's taken they both are… In any case I have some shopping to do so I'll see you later." I commented dully and began to walk when I could feel her shooting a hateful glare towards me.

"I just don't get it...I'm cuter. But you always seem to get all of the tall and sexy guys...How the fuck do you manage that?!" She snaps bitterly. Not wanting any part of this I just keep walking and ignore her, but it seems that Penelope has another idea… This isn't going to be good.

Whack! Yup, there she goes. Spinning around on my heels an annoyed look on my face. I stared at

Victoria who was holding on to her cheek. A death glare aimed towards Penelope, Deidara was laughing at the girls. "Whoop! Kick her ass hmm!" I sweat drop and step in between the girls shooting them both a look of distaste.

"Okay guys, this is absolutely ridiculous! You guys are adults, you should act like it."

"She was fucking belittling you! I can't just stand by while she insults you!" Penelope looked genuinely upset when I heard Veronica speak up. I felt a crowd started to form nearby, a man I really hate when people can't mind their own business.

"Hey slut! I hope you didn't give me any diseases." The corner of her lip was bleeding slightly. Penelope looked like she was going to strike again. I grabbed her and looked at Deidara shooting him a glare.

"Please take her back to the car." I ordered and turned to Victoria, "Please pardon her and forgive me, but I must be heading out now." With that I turned on my heels to finish shopping, Itachi followed close behind keeping an eye on the girl who was recently injured. After the whole fiasco with Walmart and I paid for everything we ended up at the mall. While I cringed, Penelope shouted in excitement. Grant I did take everyone home first so I can get the groceries put away first, I didn't need anything spoiling on us.

"Here we go! Hot Topic please prepare yourself for me!" She shouted fist pumping the air.

"Dude that just sounded wrong." Penelope laughed darkly, grinning at me, sweat dripping. I backed away before heading to the mall. Walking in I sigh looking around the huge mall wondering what I did to deserve this.

"Well, too bad. Now let's go!" She grabbed my hand and dragged me to our favorite store with her. Squeaking, I looked at the guys.

"Don't lose us!" I squealed and looked around and began browsing the clothes. "Interesting selection today." Jumping when I felt a hand I looked around and backwards. "Oh, hey Itachi." I blushed and smiled softly.

"Hey." he replied in turn, I couldn't help but smile. I reached up to pick a red plaid skirt plus a black shirt with the Uchiha fan on it. I asked one of the ladies who worked here so I can use the changing room. When I changed I came out to show everyone and I guess it was shocking. Wearing the skirt and the tank top with the Uchiha symbol must have given them a shock. Penelope squealed and Deidara looked at me, mouth gaped like an idiot, but I think the one that shocked me the most was Itachi's. The few things that he was holding for Penelope were suddenly dropped from his arms. He half covered his face which was a brilliant red. He was posing like those cliche males trying to half hide their faces when they are embarrassed. I just stood there looking away with a bright blush on my face.

"W-well since this seems to be a hit I'll get it." I smiled and walked back in to change into my normal clothes. Once we were all done and everyone picked something out we all walked around the rest of the mall. A few people asked if Deidara and Itachi were cosplaying, of course I told them that if anyone asked them yes, they were cosplaying as those characters. A few people even asked for pictures. I would be lying if I said that it didn't bother me. I pouted and began to sulk the rest of the day. Although like the asshole I am whenever anyone asked if I was ok I of course said I was fine and then continued to be quiet.

Finally back into the apartment I walked into my room and sigh sitting on the bed in the corner of the room. My mind is starting to dangerously wonder. I was so deep in thought that I hadn't even realized that the Uchiha had entered. I was biting my lip and twiddling my thumbs. I just couldn't comprehend why a guy like Itachi would like or want to be with me. I'm short, I have extra weight around my body so I'm definitely not fit. I'm not particularly good at anything. I felt tears well up in my eyes as I kept thinking darkly. Gasping I looked at Itachi when he grabbed my chin lifting it and kissed me as deeply as he could, pulling away I looked at him bewildered.

"I-Itachi?" I questioned rather shocked and blushed looking away. He smiles softly at me and embraces me in a tender and loving hug. I don't think I want to stay here any longer, not where I'd have to worry about comparing myself to everyone here. I want to go home; home to Akatsuki; that is where I belong.

"I love you Sapherya." His words were warm and embracing. I really did love him. I couldn't help it, I just loved him. Hugging him back he wiped away the stray tear from my eyes. "So, are you going to tell me what is wrong?" I felt my body freeze. Sighing I looked away and pouted.

"Don't worry about it. But I just have to finish a few things in the morning then we… we can go home." I smile softly while watching him. He smiles softly and genuinely looks happy. Leaning in, he kissed my cheek and smiled.

"Konan will be happy to see you." He frowned slightly out of concern when I didn't answer right away. "Why have you been so quiet all day?" He asks me, I just sighed. I wasn't sure how to bring this topic up, I didn't want to seem like the jealous type. I always hated that I got jealous. I don't mean to, it just happens.

"Itachi, I don't want you to hate me." I looked away and wrapped my arms around myself. He held me closer, his voice ringing melodious sounds, sounds that soothe my soul.

"I could never hate you." He placed a hand on my stomach and smiled softly staring at me as he knelt in front of me. "I want you to be the mother of my children." I stiffened and blushed madly. Standing I walked out of my room just giving the weirdest statement.

"Merrrr." I ran off screaming like an idiot. "I WILL NOT FANGIRL NEVER!" I ran and jumped on top of the roof blushing like mad. "I really need to snap myself out of this weirdness. Maybe being in our world is affecting him in some weird way?" I tried to reason with myself. I didn't know what else to do. Penelope jumped up here and I knew that it was her because of the weird little grunt she does to get up.

"Yo, the fuck was that shit?" She asked me. I was trying to collect my thoughts trying to figure out what was actually going on with this.

"Uh, I have no fucking clue." I burst out laughing and it slowly became sobs, I just kept crying unable to calm down. "I-I couldn't help but get jealous when everyone kept asking for pictures with him. I-I'm not perfect. I'm not pretty or smart! So why would a guy like him want to be with someone like me!" I just sobbed I was so disgusted with myself. I hated that I couldn't control my own feelings. "This fucking sucks!" I just held my knees and cried. Penelope sighed at me and pats my head.

"Hun, everyone gets jealous, any normal girl would get jealous when a swarm of girls and guys swarm their boyfriend and I'm pretty sure that Itachi thinks you're perfect in every way. I wouldn't worry so much.

"Your friend is right, you are perfect. You don't have to worry about what other people think, I'm yours. If it bothers you that much then I won't let them. Besides, we are going to be leaving soon so you don't have to worry about anything here. Nothing here will be worth your worry. Everything you care about will be with me." I didn't even hear him jump up. I guess he possibly heard my sobs and came to see what was going on.

"What?" I questioned stiffening at the thought of him hearing everything about me. I couldn't believe what I was hearing. He still loved me no matter what I thought? Is that possible? I looked up at him, and began to wonder what was going on with him... "Itachi, do you really not mind?" He looked at me and smiled softly.

"No, you're perfect."

Itachi~Pov

I couldn't believe that was what was bothering her. I really hope that someday she'll feel like she can talk to me. It really is true to how I feel about her. This girl who had started out as something so insignificant to me, became so important to me. Someone I feel is worth fighting for. She really did give me a reason to go on living. That, that is something I can never repay. I will do what I have to in order to make her happy.

Crawling next to her I nodded and Penelope sat on the other side of her and we both hugged her. This small girl is between us. She was my world and it was plain as day, I will make sure she knows. I pulled her in close and whispered into her ear. "You will forever be the only one I cast my eyes upon." I saw her beautiful brown eyes look at me from beneath her hair and eyelashes. She was an angel, she truly made my heart light. I couldn't believe that there is someone who can make me feel alive like this again since Izumi. As I've stated before, I will do everything in my power to protect this girl.