AN:

Here's chapter four in all its unbetaed glory hope you like it. I tried to make it more obvious who was talking but and again you can't really tell when your reading your own story. I still new trying to find my way in this crazy writing world.

Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto but if I did boy would there be some changes.

Chapter four

More than just mates and missions

"Talking"

Kurama

'Talking to Kurama/in Naruto's subconscious'

The sun started to stream through the curtains into the bedroom hitting Sasuke in the face. Squinting Sasuke's eyes fluttered open taking in his surroundings. Noticing he couldn't move he looked down and couldn't believe for a second that Naruto was laying on his chest fast asleep. All the memories from the day before came rushing back and Sasuke just stared at Naruto admiring his tan skin and golden hair. Wishing to see the beautiful blue eyes behind closed lids he kissed him on the forehead and squeezed Naruto in a tight embrace. Feeling the embrace and warm kiss a blue eye popped open. Sasuke looked into that blue eye smiling and kissed his forehead once more. Naruto just snuggled back in not wanting to wake. "Good morning Naruto." Sasuke said good naturally. Humming Naruto kissed his chest above his heart. "Good morning to you too mate."

"You ready to start the day or you want to stay in bed all day? we're already late." Sasuke murmured as he ran his hand up and down Naruto's back. "The second one. I haven't slept that peaceful ever in my life." Naruto replied with a sleepy yawn. "I know me too but we have to get you moved in." Sitting up quickly Naruto couldn't contain his excitement almost hitting Sasuke in the nose on his way up. "I'm moving in today! Oh god are you sure you want me here? I mean we can wait a little. We can…" "Naruto, Naruto calm down I always want you by my side… though I've realized that we will be together always I want you to take my name too. I want to be your husband and you mine."

"You want to marry me?" "Is that really a question usuratonkachi? Being your mate is for us but being married, you taking my name will show everyone you're mine and only mine forever." Naruto looked into Sasuke's eyes not knowing what to say. He'll be his mate, he'll do the full bond, and he wants everyone to know. Tears started to gather in Naruto's eyes and a small smile graced his lips"You're a possessive bastard aren't ya? I'd never want to be anyone else's so when should we tell baa-chan" unable to contain himself Sasuke tackled Naruto to the the bed. "Woah there don't go showing so much excitement I might start to think you're someone else teme." Rolling his eyes Sasuke jumped out of bed and began his morning routine by grabbing clothes out of his wardrobe. He stopped and stared for only a moment, he knew from this day onward he'd never be alone again.

"Well I can fully express myself with you, I don't have to hold back my feelings anymore." Naruto took pause at that, thinking that Sasuke has always held back from him till now. Sasukes 's true feelings about Itachi, the village, and the feelings of love he had for Nartuo. Realizing this made Naruto question if he was ever truly a good friend to him. Looking into the mirror Sasuke saw the look on Naruto's face. "I didn't mean it like that. I've always been open to you like no one else, it's just I didn't want to risk losing you over these feelings. I thought you still saw me as a brother so I held back but just that part of me."

"The most important part of you Sasuke. I did notice that you were drifting away but I thought it was because I was showing how I felt without words." Still looking perturbed Naruto didn't speak for a while deep in thought about all the time Sasuke has pulled away over the years. Sitting back on the bed Sasuke wrapped one arm around Naruto's shoulder and gave a small squeeze. "You were always affectionate with everyone that you called a friend, I just thought we were closer than most cause we're best friends. I never thought you could love me like this." Sasuke leaned in and placed a gentle kiss on Naruto's jawline, nuzzling into his side. Taking a deep calming breath Naruto started to relax and leaned back into Sasuke holding each other up.

"It's not like I'm mad or anything like that, it's just when I think about how many years you've suppressed your emotions, not just your love for me but all the others but hate. I'd be devastated if you didn't have anyone to share them all with and truly be yourself. I'm happy I can be that person for you." Feeling something wet fall onto his shoulder Sasuke looked up and saw tears in Naruto's eyes. Wiping them away Sasuke just gave a small smile. "I could say the same about you, you know." "I had people who cared enough to listen, I had Iruka-sensei and the third hokage." Still rubbing soothing circles on Naruto's skin, Sasuke brow started to scrunch.

" That's why I need you. I pushed the people away that would listen. You let people in no matter what they've done, you see the good in people. You see the good in me and I love you more than anyone else. I can't imagine how I'd have turned out if you weren't in my life Naruto." Grabbing Naruto's hand Sasuke held tight hoping that Naruto would understand. "Love you too Sasuke. Now enough of this sappy, mushy, weepy stuff we have an apartment to move and a hokage to inform of a wedding." After Naruto kicked Sasuke out or the bathroom for being a pervert. The two quickly went through their morning routines. bathroom for being a pervert. Naruto finished first and went to start a late breakfast.

Rummaging in the cupboards and icebox he found bacon, eggs, tomatoes, lettuce, and some bread. Yelling down the hall to Sasuke to inquire about breakfast options. Naruto couldn't understand s

Why he was taking so long to get ready. "I'm going to make breakfast. do you want a BLT with eggs as a side or eggs,bacon, and toast with a side salad." Naruto turned back to the counter to prepare the eggs and bacon. Not hearing Sasuke approach he jumped a little.

"... side salad is fine thanks." Turning around and looking at Sasuke it clicked why it took him so long, his hair was immaculate. Naruto started to laugh but Sasuke just looked confused. "Oh god no wonder it took you so long, your hair is impressive so early in the morning. Oh man that just perfect I always know your hair took forever to get like that now I have proof." Blushing Sasuke just grumbled. "Shut up, I'll wash the tomatoes and lettuce off and start the salad." Leaning over to kiss his cheek in amusement.

"Thanks teme, do you have cheese for the eggs?" "No we can get some later if you want." "It's fine we can go grocery shopping tomorrow we have a lot to do today." Nodding in agreement Sasuke started making the salad. "I saw some vinegar I'll make a vinaigrette for the salad. Watch the eggs for me would ya." Sasuke just hummed and when the eggs were done he plated them next to the bacon. After the vinaigrette was finished they sat to eat.

After Sasuke washed the dishes they were ready to start the day. They gathered what they needed for the day and set out. Jumping across rooftops to get to their destination at a fast pace. "I have so many people I want to tell about us being together. They wouldn't believe the great Uchiha Sasuke has fallen for little old Uzumaki Naruto." Smiling wide Naruto couldn't stop chuckling about his statement. "I think it's the other way around really after all you are a war hero. While I was a war criminal." Sasuke said, shaking his head. Ignoring Sasuke, Naruto just continued like he didn't speak. "You're going to be my mate and husband I can't wait to tell everyone."

"I think we should tell Tsunade baa-chan then head over to tell Kakashi about the wedding. What do ya think, Sasuke?" "Is Lady Tsunade even in the village?" "Yup she was visiting Kakashi when I went to the office after my mission yesterday. If not I can just track her down. In that case if she's not in the village we'll tell Kakashi first and ask permission to look for her. I want to tell her soon she is the closest thing to a grandmother I've ever had." Sasuke just hummed not really understanding. The only people he wanted to know besides the old members of team seven were no longer here. He had Naruto now and that's all he needed at this point in his life.

Soon after that they arrived at Naruto's apartment. Naruto unlocked the door and stepped inside, feeling a little nostalgic he glanced around his home for almost thirteen years. Sighing Naruto looked over his shoulder at Sasuke with a gentle look on his face. "You ya know this has been my home for a long time but it hasn't felt like home since you left the first time. Now I know why, my home has always been you." "I also found my home in you, I love you Naruto." Sasuke kissed him once on the forehead and grabbed two of Naruto's fingers like when they were young and innocent before life got in the way. The two just took a moment to relax into each other. Standing eyes closed clasping hands with Sasuke's forehead resting on Naruto's.

The moment passed and with a content sigh they separated. Looking around Sasuke wasn't surprised to see the lack of a lot of personal items. Naruto's apartment was a simple one bedroom with a kitchenette and living room attached. Inside there was a couch with a couple of end tables. The kitchen had a table and two chairs but besides a few plants there wasn't much to be seen. "What do you want to take back with you? We can put your perishables in this food safe scroll I picked up this morning and it'll be good for a few hours or we can drop stuff off before heading to hokage tower." Naruto walked past Sasuke to his room and began going through his wardrobe. "That sounds good, I'd rather head straight to Kakashi so we don't miss baa-chan by too much. As for the rest of this stuff it can stay I just need my clothes and plants."

Walking back to the kitchen Sasuke started to check the food for freshness. Things like milk and bread were placed in the scroll along with anything in Naruto's icebox. "You don't need anything else?" "Nope the most important stuff is in scrolls already." Turning to Naruto he gave him a questioning look. "Back when the village still hated me some of the villagers would break in and steal some things so I started to keep all the important things in scrolls. It's a habit I can't break it seems." Understanding dawned on Sasuke. It was something he could comprehend, after all he did the same when living with Orochimaru. "Ok do you have the scrolls with you?" "Yup safe and sound I'll put them up when we get home."

After gathering his clothes and the plants that he had into separate scrolls Naruto headed for the door Sasuke close behind. Stopping once more to look around Naruto realized he forgot something in his room. "I'll be back in a second." Naruto darted off in search of his favorite picture. Finding it where he left it on his bed, Naruto walked back out to see Sasuke leaning against the doorframe. Looking back at Naruto he just nodded out the door. Naruto pecked over Sasuke's shoulder and spotted Sakura. "Sakura-chan I'm so happy to see you I have great news. Sit I'll tell you all about it." Giving her a quick hug, Naruto dragged her in, to sit on the couch he couldn't wait to tell someone. It was even better because it was Sakura, she's the one to give him the push he needed to face Sasuke.

"We were in the middle of a conversation usuratonkachi." Sasuke didn't sound bothered and just sat on the couch next to Naruto. Looking at the way the two sat together Sakura could guess what happened. Not wanting to ruin Naruto's excitement she waited to be told not letting her own happiness be noticed, she remained quiet. " I'm just so excited to tell Sakura-chan I wouldn't have had the courage to tell you the truth without her ya know teme." This was new news to Sasuke but he couldn't be happier that she pushed Naruto into his arms. "Thank you Sakura I owe you one." Leaning over Sasuke took Sakura's hand and gave a small squeeze. "Any time guys both of you are my best friends how could I not want you to find happiness in each other. So I take it that you're together now but why are you still canceling around Naruto." She was curious about her friend's reaction; She already knew they're dating. What else is there to be so excited about?

"Sasuke agreed to be my mate this heat Sakura…" cutting him off Sakura squealed in excitement now she understood why he was blasting happy vibes everywhere. "There's more calm down first and I'll tell you." Naruto's smile couldn't possibly be bigger Sakura thought. "Ok tell me tell me what's going on?" Sakura was so excited now she was bouncing on the couch. "Like I said he'll be my mate but that's not all. He also agreed to the full mate bond. He wants to marry me the normal way so I'll have his name." Just speaking his truth Naruto bursted into tears of joy. Overcome with joy of her own Sakura tackled them both in a hug and squeezed. "Sakura I know you're excited but I can't breath." Gasping for air Sasuke tried to wiggle out of the death grip hug. "Oh sorry Sasuke I'm just so happy for you guys! Sometimes I forget my own strength." Sakura gave a self conscious grin.

"We're headed over to Kakashi now to tell him the news you want to come along with us?" Naruto asked as he and Sasuke started to walk to the door. "Oh right in all the excitement I forgot that Tsunade-sama wanted to see you two it didn't sound urgent. We should hurry though we've wasted a good bit of time talking. Luckily she's at Hokage tower so no detours." Not knowing what to say they just nodded and followed Sakura towards the tower. "You sure it wasn't urgent Sakura-chan?" Naruto asked as they stopped at the entrance of the hokage tower. "Yeah she was really calm about it she just told me to find you guys and meet her here." Sakura just shrugged her shoulders and walked in. Sasuke didn't say anything and just followed but Naruto had a bad feeling about this. Normally when things are going good something bad happens soon after. Trying to shake the feeling Naruto headed toward the hokage's office hoping Tsunade baa-chan and Kakashi had good news.

Naruto got to the door as Sakura made their presence known by knocking on the door. "May we come in Hokage-sama?" Sakura heard a reply and pushed the door open. They stepped into the office standing before Kakashi's desk. "Tsunade-sama wanted us to meet her here with you Hokage-sama?" Sakura bowed in greeting. "Sakura-chan you know you don't have to do that." Kakashi just grinned behind his mask. "Protocol and all that Kakashi." Sakura stated waving her hand about. "Where's Lady Tsunade Kakashi?" Sasuke asked, looking about the room.

Hey kit what's wrong, your chakra is going a little nuts? 'Honestly I don't know its just things have been going good and you know what that means?' Well Tsunade's coming so you'll have your answers soon enough but keep listening to your instincts they don't lead you wrong often. 'Will do Kurama.' Sensing Tsunade's chakra Naruto turned to face the door. "So what's this all about baa-chan?" Naruto asked as she walked by. She gave him a light punch and mumbled under her breath. "Don't call me that brat." Not really meaning it after all it's been years since he gave her that title. "To answer your question we have a mission for you and it will take you almost up to your heat to complete it." Waiting to see their reactions Tsunade leaned on her old desk.

"We?" Sasuke questioned. "Its a mission I asked Kakashi to look into yesterday now it's time to move." Seeing that no one questioned her statement about Naruto's heat everyone in this room knew about it. Which was good she thought cause if they couldn't make it out before then they'd have to protect him. Taking a deep breath Tsunade looked at Naruto. She could tell he wasn't unaffected by the news. "What's the mission Lady Tsunade and will Naruto be safe if we're gone that long?" Sasuke said as he took a step forward to get her attention. "The land of fire and wind wish to further peace between the lands by marriage…" Sasuke cut Tsunade off with a red face. "NARUTO'S NOT FUCKING MARRING SOMEONE FROM THE LAND OF WIND HE'S MINE DAMN IT!" Sasuke yelled, sounding furious.

Sakura gasped at not only the idea of Naruto being married to someone other than Sasuke but also at Sasuke's reaction. She didn't move against him seeing Naruto had a hold of him. Naruto quickly grabbed Sasuke's hand before he did stupid. Naruto stopped him in his tracks. Sasuke didn't realize how far he was away from Naruto until he looked back seeing how far his arm Stretched. Naruto glanced in Tsunade and Kakashi direction looking for signs of danger to his would be mate seeing none he relaxed slightly.

"Calm down let baa-chan finish I'm sure it's not like that, is it baa-chan?" As he said this he didn't look away from Sasuke who was yet to deactivate his sharingan. Sasuke could see that Naruto was still worrying about the role he would take in this mission but he also relaxed to some degree. "Sorry, continue." Sasuke moved back to Naruto hiding his face in his Naruto's neck. "Yeah I'm sure it's not like that Sasuke-kun just let them explain." Sakura exclaimed worry in her eye as if it might be true.

Sighing Tsunade pinched the bridge of her nose. "As I was saying wind and fire want to further peace. If a civilian wedding is what they wanted Shikamaru's and Tamari's wedding would have done it because they are ninja. No that won't do for the ever lasting peace between the nations. They want wind's princess to marry the fire lord's first son." Kakashi took over seeing as lady Tsunade looked stressed about the details. "So the mission is to retrieve the princess, protect her from any and all assassination attempts, and Naruto's role is to be her once in the walls of the castle."

Listening to the whole story Sasuke calmed down and was ready to actively participate in the debriefing. "Who would want the princess dead and why can't Sakura be her substitute?" Agreeing with Sasuke, Sakura spoke up. "Yeah why can't I be her substitute?" Still wanting to be hokage one day Naruto took the information and came up with a conclusion. "Its simple Sakura-chan you'll be keeping the real princess safe while checking for poisons. Sasuke will act as my guard and I'll be able to detect if I'm in danger or if someone's trying to poison me."

Both teens looked at Naruto in disbelief. In the end Kakashi nodded in agreement. "This is correct, well done Naruto." Kakashi said with a smile or what they thought was a smile. That damn mask. Kakashi continued though as Naruto didn't answer the first past of the question. "As for who would want her dead well just because the ninja world is still at peace doesn't mean the civilian world is at all times. Some people just don't want the two lands to become one. This marriage equals more land, resources, and power. The other lands may feel threatened by this and may try to put a stop to it."

Kakashi broke the tension in the room by bringing up the elephant in the room. "So when did this happen hmm, when did Naruto become yours Sasuke?" Not being able to see it but knowing it's there Naruto and Sasuke knew Kakashi had an evil smirk on his lips. Naruto and Sasuke blushed not really knowing what to say to the man. So instead Naruto approached Tsunade taking her hand. "Baa-chan I'll be mated and married before the year is out." Naruto gave a small smile not anticipating her reaction. "You can't marry the Uchiha Naruto." Tsunade said as she had a pensive look on her face.

AN:

Not much fluff and a little angsty but I hoped you enjoyed the story and sorry for the cliffhanger but I got to keep you coming back some how right. Drop a review and tell me what you think it be gentle I'm quite squishy

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