First Mate First Love

Chapter 16: Jealousy

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Neji slowly woke. His mind was in a haze.

"Hey, sleepy head about you woke up", said Kiba.

Too early. He groaned. Neji didn't want to move a single muscle. He could barely keep his eyes open.

"Sleep, there's no need for you to be awake", said Kiba.

He smiled as Neji rested his head on his chest. Those white eyes slowly closed. His fingers ran through those dark brown locks. He could stay like this the whole day and wouldn't mind. His smile grew when he saw Neji drooling on his chest. Looks, like someone, is having a good dream.

"I must have really tired you out last night for you to sleep in this late", said Kiba.

His mate needed the rest for this upcoming season. It would be straining on both their bodies. He yawned. Maybe he would join his mate in sleep. Right, when he was about to close his eyes Akamaru barked.

"Perverted dogs you were watching us", said Kiba.

He nodded. Akamaru smiled. His master had finally mated with his bitch. Maybe a pup would come soon.

"Where's Shine?" asked Kiba.

Akamaru smile grew wider. Shine trotted into the room. The beautiful Rottweiler cuddly closely to him. He licked her muzzle. Akamaru had gotten a mate of his own. That he was very happy with.

"Looks like Neji and I weren't the only ones who enjoyed themselves last night", said Kiba.

Both dogs nodded their heads in agreement. They joined their masters in bed. Shine barked at her master's face. Neji gave a soft groan. She was nervous. Normally, he was up by now. Was his alpha too rough with him? She licked at Neji's face.

"Hush let him sleep", said Kiba as he pushed the dog away.

She was nervous. Normally, he was up by now. Was his alpha too rough with him? She licked at Neji's face.

"Mmm",

Neji's eyes opened, when Shine licked his face. He pushed her away. She whined.

"I'm fine. Just tired", said Neji.

A few more minutes of sleep wouldn't hurt. Then he caught a glance at the clock. It was one in the afternoon. He'd never slept in this late. He sat up. The bedroom smelled of sex and sweat. His body was sticky and his hair was in tangles. He blinked the sleep from his eyes. He refused to sleep like this.

"You drool in your sleep", said Kiba.

"You snore", said Neji.

"Neji thank you for last night. I never thought you would allow me to touch you like that", said Kiba.

"In truth, I wasn't sure if I would allow you to either. I don't regret last night Kiba. And I'm glad you're my husband, even though it was a horrible start", said Neji.

He smiled when Kiba pulled him into a tight embrace. Neji instinctively bared his neck. Kiba's warm breath against his skin tickled. Then he felt something odd. Drops of water traveling down his neck. What's this? When he turned to face Kiba, he was stunned to see his husband crying.

"Why are you crying?" he asked.

"I never thought you would accept me as your mate", said Kiba.

"That doesn't explain why you're crying", said Neji as he wiped away the alpha's tears.

"I'm so happy that's why I'm crying", said Kiba.

He turned so he was facing Kiba and cupped his in his hands. Their foreheads touched together.

"I don't like seeing you cry. You look so much better with a smile", said Neji.

"Same goes for you", said Kiba.

Neji wrapped the bed sheet around his waist. As he stood up there was a twinge of pain between his legs.

"You okay?" asked Kiba.

"Sore", said Neji.

Before he could get to the shower Kiba picked him up.

"Put me down", he growled.

"I don't know why you put up such a fuss when I carry you. You're sore and walking uncomfortable for you. It's only fair I carry you", said Kiba.

Neji relaxed and let Kiba care for him. He wasn't used to someone tending to him like this. Steam filled the bathroom. He allowed Kiba to join him. The water soaked their bodies. Neji twitched when he felt Kiba's seed dripping down from between his legs. He gasped when Kiba's fingers snuck between his legs and started wiping it away. Neji bit his lip when those fingers traveled too close to his birthing canal.

"Sorry Neji did that hurt", said Kiba.

"It didn't hurt", he said.

"Then why are you biting your lip", asked Kiba.

"Like I said before it doesn't hurt", said Neji.

Kiba blushed when realized what his mate was saying. He pushed his fingers into Neji. He started moving his fingers in and out.

"Don't stop", panted Neji.

Kiba started kissing his omega's neck. His other hand traveled to Neji's cock and started pumping it. Neji's body was responding quickly. The water did nothing to weaken the scent of lust. Kiba groaned as his body started responding to the smell wafting off his submissive.

Neji moaned. His legs instinctively spread. He backed into Kiba. The feel of Kiba's arousal made his lust grow. He craved his husband. As his cravings grew his body changed. His fingernails became claw-like and his canines descended to their full length. Kiba acted on his own and pushed into him. He braced himself against the shower wall. Neji moaned as Kiba thrust into him.

"Don't move", he said through gritted teeth.

His body started adjusting to the intrusion. He tested himself by shifting his hips. There was a cracking sound as Kiba dug his clawed hands into the tiled wall above him.

"If you keep moving your hips like I might lose it", warned Kiba.

His husband was panting in his ear.

"Move", said Neji.

He moaned as Kiba started pumping him again. His mouth opened in a silent scream. Drool slid down his chin. He couldn't hold on any longer. His muscles clenched around Kiba. They howled as the reach their pleasure together.

Neji went limp in his arm as he pulled out. Kiba easily supported his mate. He wasn't expecting a second round so soon after the first. But he wasn't complaining. His mate was weak and tired. He pulled them both under the rain of hot water. The task of washing Neji was something he greatly enjoyed. He turned off the water and helped Neji dress. Kiba picked up Neji and settled comfortably on the couch. He would be fine with a lazy day with his mate in his arm. Kiba smiled when Neji bared his neck. He started licking and kissing the bite mark he made last night.

He sighed as Kiba tended to his neck. The pain and stiffness in his neck was soothed away.

"I'm sorry I don't know what came over me?" asked Neji.

"I don't have any complaints", said Kiba.

He smiled as Neji turned pink.

"You're pink. It looks cute on you", said Kiba.

"I'm not cute!" growled Neji.

"You're beautiful", said Kiba.

Neji grew bored of staying still and got up.

He sat up only to be pulled back down to the couch.

"Let go Kiba I have to meet someone", said Neji.

"Who?" he asked.

"I'm meeting Hiashi for training", said Neji.

Kiba growled and pulled him closer.

"Why would you want to be anywhere near that man after the hells he's put you through", said Kiba.

"Hiashi isn't a bad man. He's only under massive strain from my grandfather", said Neji.

"I don't trust him", said Kiba as pulled his mate closer.

"Not so long ago you didn't trust me", said Neji.

"I trust you", said Kiba.

"During the chunin exams you thought I wouldn't protect Hinata", said Neji.

"I already apologized for that", said Kiba.

"Hiashi won't harm me. He wouldn't have saved me back then if he didn't care for me. He told me I reminded him of my father", said Neji.

"You could always train with me", offered Kiba.

Neji gave a quiet laugh. He found himself enjoying Kiba's protective nature. Neji hadn't had some like for a long time.

"There's one problem with that. I can't use my chakra against you", said Neji.

"Heh, I forgot", said Kiba.

"Go practice with Shino and Hinata", said Neji.

He smiled when caught Hinata scent.

"I think my training session was canceled", said Neji.

"Why?" asked Kiba.

"It's Hinata she must have come to deliver that message", said Neji.

"How did you know?" asked Kiba.

Neji touched his nose.

"I'm slowly adapting to these new senses of mine", said Neji.

Kiba smiled. He groaned when he sat up.

"What's wrong?" asked Neji.

"I'm fine. My muscles are tensing up in preparation for heat. It's a bit uncomfortable at times", said Kiba.

He sighed when he saw Neji tense. Then he started shivering. Kiba wrapped his arms around his mate.

"Shh, I'm not expecting you to join me. I know you aren't ready yet and I won't push you", said Kiba.

Hinata knocked on the door.

"Come on in Hinata", said Kiba.

She opened the door to her friend's house. Hinata smiled. She instantly noticed the change in the couple. Finally, her cousin seemed truly happy.

"Sorry, Neji my father can't train today. He had to handle something at the hospital", said Hinata.

"Grandmother?" asked Neji.

"Yes, she's getting worse", said Hinata.

"How much time does the hellish woman have left?" asked Neji.

"A year or two if we are lucky", said Hinata.

"Good", said Neji.

Neji and Hinata both had a hatred for their grandmother. She was an extreme judgmental woman. Their grandmother thought Hinata was almost as much of disgrace of their as he was.

"Neji?"

Kiba was bit confused. He'd never heard Hinata wish ill will on another person especially someone related to her.

"Our grandmother is a cruel woman. She refused to go to our wedding because she thought us together goes against the laws of nature", said Neji.

"She doesn't think I'm worthy of the Hyuga name", said Hinata name.

"It's only a name beside you both have new ones now. I think they're far better than your old ones", said Kiba.

That earned smile from both of the former Hyugas.

"Neji, you can train with me", said Hinata.

"Yes, besides you're more of a challenge than your father", said Neji.

They went to the large back yard, which was turned into a train feet. It was a safe distance from the house. Kiba sat in the grass with Akamaru and Shine. He decided to watch the two train. Flows of chakra burst from their hands as Hinata and Neji fought. Most would find it boring, but Kiba found it to be elegant. The two seemed evenly matched now. It reminded him of the chunin exams, but this time the two cousins weren't trying to kill each other. This was only a sparring match. Hinata had the advantage in speed and flexibility. But Neji as the benefit of strength and swifter reflexes. The differences were slight.

"Hey Kiba",

"Hey Naruto", he said.

The blonde sat next to them as they watch their spouses duke it out.

"How long have they been going on like this?" asked Naruto.

"About ten minutes", said Kiba.

"I don't know how you can watch this without getting bored", said Naruto.

"I like watching compared to my fighting style it seems more umm-

"Makes your attacks look weak", said Naruto with a goofy smile.

"This idiot doesn't know what he's talking about Akamaru!" growled Kiba.

The dog barked in agreement.

"Who you calling idiot dog breath?!" yelled Naruto.

The two tackled each other.

"Wait, Hinata", said Neji.

They both sighed when they saw their husbands fighting each other like children.

"Two massive knuckleheads", sighed Neji.

Hinata gave a slight nod of agreement.

"You get Kiba. I'll get Naruto", she said.

Neji yanked Kiba off of Naruto. The two idiots were still struggling to attack each other.

"Calm yourself Kiba", said Neji.

Kiba relaxed and smiled. He lost all will to fight. His body went at easy. He cuddled closely to Neji. Laughter made Kiba growl.

"Wow, he has you whipped Kiba", said Naruto.

"You shouldn't be talking", said Neji.

"Naruto!" snapped Hinata.

"Sorry sweetheart. Hey, you want to go to the hot springs, Kiba. Neji you welcome to come", asked Naruto.

Kiba twitched and pulled Neji close.

"No, I'll settle for a shower", he said.

Neji kissed Kiba on the cheek.

"See you later", he said.

Naruto and Kiba went to the hot spring. The hot water felt wonderful on his aching muscles. Akamaru seemed to enjoy it too. Kiba would only stay here for a little while. He didn't want to leave Neji alone for too long. Kiba felt Naruto's eyes on him. Then blonde started snickering.

"What the hell are you staring at!" growled Kiba.

"Nothing, I just didn't take Neji for a biter", said Naruto.

"WHAT DID YOU SAY!" snarled Kiba.

"He's only pointing out the obvious", said Shino.

The bug ninja was hoping for a peaceful bath, but now he was trapped with the two biggest loudmouths in the village. Maybe he should just leave now, but if did he would be stuck in the noodle restaurant being questioned by Yochu's grandmother. This seems to be the less annoying of the two. He joined the two in the spring.

"Naruto, you shouldn't be one to judge since those scratch marks on your back prove you've been doing the same with our teammate. I must admit Neji's behavior is unexpected", said Shino.

"Can we talk about something else? The last thing I want to hear about is my teammate's sex life", said Kiba.

"Agreed", said Shino.

"You used to love talking about it", said Naruto.

"If you haven't noticed Hinata isn't my type", said Kiba.

"She's not even the right gender", said Shino.

Neji and Hinata sat outside enjoying their break.

"Your reflexes are slower. Is something wrong?" asked Hinata.

"Sore", said Neji.

He took a sip of his tea hoping she would take it as a sign that he didn't want talk about.

"From what?" asked Hinata.

He ignored the question.

"Did you and Kiba finally do it?" she asked.

He coughed on his tea. Never had he heard his cousin be so bold.

"Hey you okay?" asked Kiba as he gently patted his back.

Neji's face went red.

"Fine", he said.

His voice was a little raspy but otherwise okay. He glared at Hinata when she started giggling.

"What's so funny?" asked Kiba.

"Nothing, Hinata I think you have to go so or you'll be late", said Neji.

"Oh my, you're right", said Hinata.

She rushed out the door.

"What was that about?" asked Kiba.

"Nothing", he said.

Kiba pushed his nose against Neji's neck. As always he smelled wonderful. He moved behind Neji who leaned into him.

"I apologize for biting you", said Neji.

"I didn't mind it. Heh, I actually enjoyed it", said Kiba.

They stayed outside. He rested his head on Neji's shoulder. Kiba watched those white eyes slowly close in sleep. He smiled. His attention left his mate when he heard someone coming. It was Hana and she had an annoying smirk on her face.

"Hey you two", she said with a wave of her hand.

Neji moved in his arms.

"Shh, he's sleeping", said Kiba as he tried soothing his mate.

"He's not the only one who's tired. You two were loud as hell", said Hana.

She giggled when she saw her little brother's face go red.

"There's no reason to be so embarrassed. You must have been doing something right if you got him howling like that", said Hana.

Before he could speak Neji move in his arms, so his face was hidden Kiba's neck. He sighed. It looked like his mate would be up soon. He was going to ask Hana to leave but saw how distracted she was. Kiba smirked when he saw what was causing his sister's distraction. It was Kakashi.

"You should talk to him", said Kiba.

She glared at her brother but decided to take his advice.

"See you later baby brother", said Hana.

Kiba laughed when felt Neji heating up in his in arms.

"I know you are awake", said Kiba.

Neji gave a slight nod of his head. Kiba moved Neji's hair away from his face. He smiled when he saw Neji's dark pink blush.

"I didn't mean to make such noises", said Neji.

"I know you didn't, but I'm glad you did. You were just showing how much pleasure you were in. I love knowing I made you feel so good", said Kiba.

Late Sunday night Kiba was chained down in the basement. Neji watched as Kiba was chained to the basement floor.

"Neji, are you coming?" asked Tsume.

"No, I'll stay", said Neji.

Kiba was stunned. He didn't think Neji would stay for his transition. His husband took a seat near him. It was close enough that Neji could touch him, but he couldn't touch him.

"You don't have to", said Kiba.

"I know", he said.

Kiba relaxed when he felt those soft hands go through his hair.

"I know I don't have to, but I want to be here for you", said Neji.

They had a few minutes before the change came on.

"Is there any way I can help?" asked Neji.

"You are helping enough by being here, but there's a way I can keep you safer", said Kiba.

"What do I need protection from?" asked Neji.

"Me", said Kiba.

"What would you need to do?" asked Neji.

"Let me strengthen my claim mark", said Kiba.

"In other words, bite me", said Neji.

Kiba nodded.

"Fine", said Neji.

Neji moved closer. Kiba quickly trapped him in a tight embrace. He let his teeth sharpen. To lessen the pain of the bite he would first get Neji to relax. He started licking Neji's neck. His mate went completely at ease. He grazed his fangs over that soft skin. His mate soon went limp in his arms and leaned his weight into him. Neji yelped as he dug his teeth into his soft flesh. Blood trickled down his neck. The smell of Neji's distress hit his nose. If he didn't release Neji soon he would lose his trust. His jaw went at ease and he pulled away. He whined, when he saw the gruesome bite mark he left on Neji's neck.

"Get away!" growled Kiba

He took a few steps back. Low growls filled the room. Neji watched helplessly as Kiba struggled through his transition into heat. When the change was completed, Kiba lay whimpering on the ground. Neji put his hand over the bleeding wound on his neck. He didn't risk moving closer and sat waiting for Kiba to come to him.

His eyes opened. He growled, when he saw he was trapped in the basement. Kiba smiled, when he caught his mate scent. Something was wrong. The scent of his mate and blood were tangled together. He got to his feet and saw Neji sitting just out of reach with a painful wound on his neck. He walked toward him. Neji moved close enough, so he could touch. Kiba pulled Neji's hand away. He whined, when he saw the deep claim mark.

The claim mark stung like hell, but the bleeding was slowing. Kiba extended his arms to him. The gesture looked harmless. His husband whined for him. Kiba's sharp black eyes weren't those of a predator, but the ones of the man he loves. He let Kiba take him in his arm. Neji winced as Kiba nudged his neck to side. He relaxed, when Kiba's soft tongue started gently tending the harsh claim mark.

Kiba's only care at that moment was the wound he left on that perfect skin. He took extreme care tending and cleaning the wound to make sure it didn't scare. Breeding could wait for another time. His omega had already fallen asleep in his arms. With a beauty like Neji as his mate his pups would be beautiful and smart. He huddled closely to his mate and soon fell into a deep sleep.

Tsume was stunned at how quiet her house was. She went down stairs to basement. There was Neji tucked protectively in Kiba's arms. Kiba's eyes opened, but quickly close, when he it was only her. She went up stairs and went into a peaceful sleep. The morning she woke up at late. Neji sure worked miracles with his son. She made breakfast. Before she could take the meals down stair there was a knock on the door. Who could that be?

"I got to go mom!" said Hana as she rushed down the stairs.

"Today's the big date", said Tsume.

"It isn't a date. We are only going to the dog park", Hana.

"Have fun", said Tsume.

"Bye mom", she said before leaving.

She was happy for her daughter she was finally taking the first step in starting a relationship with her mate. There was another knock on the door. When Tsume opened the door, she opened the door there was Shikamaru. This couldn't be good.

"Is Neji here?" he asked.

"Why do you need him he's off assignment for the week", said Tsume.

"Yeah, I know but I need someone like Neji for the mission I'm planning", said Shikamaru.

"Than take some like him. Hinata or her brat sister Hanabi", said Tsume.

Shikamaru gave a loud sigh and stared up at the sky. He didn't want to deal with the savage woman right now.

"Hinata is on a mission with Ino and Hanabi's skills aren't good enough. So yes I have to take Neji", he said.

"Do you know why both Kiba and Neji are off assignment for this entire week?" asked Tsume.

"Kiba is in heat and Neji in season or something like that. I don't get why it's such a big deal", said Shikamaru.

The angered mom grabbed him by the collar of his shirt. What is with women today? First Temari threw a fit and now this. Tsume dragged him the basement door.

"Remember you did this at your own risk", said Tsume as she pushed Shikamaru down the stairs.

She shut the door behind her. The boy would be fine. He's smart enough to keep his distance. At the worst, he'll get a scare and a few scraps.

"Come on Kuromaru", said Tsume before walking away.

He was stunned to see Neji cuddled against Kiba. The former Hyuga's shirt was open exposing his pale skin. That soft looking dark brown hair was untied. Had Neji always been this attractive? Shikamaru shook his head. What the hell was wrong with him? He never taken interest in man before now. Temari would kill him if she ever found out about this.

"Neji", he said.

He stirred, when he heard someone call his name. Neji froze, when he saw Shikamaru Nara. He sighed. There was no point in trying to make himself look decent. In the position he was in that was impossible. The Nara had no idea how bothersome his presence was. There was only one reason he would be here. That being he was required on a mission. Neji tried breaking out of Kiba's tight embrace, but found it to be impossible.

"If you so desperately need me on a mission you'll have to pry me out his grip", said Neji.

"Why can't you do that?" asked Shikamaru.

"Do you think if I could I wouldn't have done it by now", said Neji.

"This is such a drag", said Shikamaru as he moved closer.

"If such a drag you must not need me", said Neji.

He stopped, when he got a better look at Kiba. The guy was sleeping, yet he was emitting chakra. Those claws were no joke. He groaned, when he saw Kiba's eyes slowly open. This just became more difficult.

The scent of another male woke Kiba from his sleep. Every part of him wanted to rip the intruder shreds, but his mate was too close. There would be a risk of harming his omega. He pulled Neji close. The idiot didn't back off. He needed show who this beauty belonged to.

Shikamaru had no idea how to handle this situation. The chakra emitting from Kiba was intimidating and kept him frozen in place. He was shocked, when Kiba bit into Neji's neck. Neji went limp. That to hurt.

Why isn't the idiot leaving? He clearly marked Neji as his. The male stood his ground. Is the ponytailed fool challenging him? If it's a fight he wants it's a fight he gets. Before anything he has to get what he's protecting out of harm's way. He moved the precious being behind him and charge at the threat.

"Shadow possession jutsu",

That was too close. He shouldn't have gotten this close in the first place. Shit, Kiba started moving toward him. When did he get this powerful? At this rate Kiba would break free. He didn't completely trust those chains.

"Shadow strangle jutsu",

Black hands wrapped around Kiba's limbs. It felt like someone was physically restraining him.

"Neji, you need to leave now", said Shikamaru.

Kiba snarled. How dare this man talk to his mate?

"Easy, I have no interest in him", said Shikamaru.

Neji had to calm Kiba. If things go on like this it could be dangerous. He was going to humiliate himself.

"Shikamaru, get out of here I'll be up in an hour", said Neji.

"How do you expect me to do that? As soon as I let him go he's going to kill me", said Shikamaru.

"I'll take care of it. And I swear if you tell anyone about what you see here. I'll send him after you", said Neji.

"Okay", said Shikamaru.

Kiba was shocked, when Neji stepped in front of the challenging male. He growled at his mate, but the beauty stood his ground. A low snarl escaped his throat. But he stopped, when he heard the soft whimpering. His attention completely left the challenger. Neji started licking nipping and licking at his neck. This pleased the alpha greatly, but even this wonderful feeling he kept an eye on the threat.

Neji still hadn't earned the complete attention of his alpha yet. He kissed him and his tongue it Kiba's mouth. Neji was relieved, when Kiba's arms wrap around him. He face went hot, when Kiba groped his ass. He heard Shikamaru run up the steps. The door slammed behind him. Kiba quickly took over their kiss. They went to the floor.

Kiba wanted to claim and breed his mate, but the scent of a rival male short distance away prevent that. He wouldn't take that risk. But he had to show further claim. He would strengthen his scent markers that's all. Kiba didn't want his rival catching him of, while they were knotted. He couldn't risk that danger. Neji was far too important.

Neji panicked, when he felt Kiba's large arousal against his inner thighs. But went at ease, when Kiba ran his warm tongue over his claim mark. Neji grew wet in preparation for his mate. He allowed Kiba to put him on all fours. A shiver ran down his back, when those rough hands slowly traveled down his sides. It surprised him, when Kiba didn't rip off his pants, which were growing uncomfortable tight. Kiba mounted him. He whined. His want more than just dry hump. He wanted to breed. He want a pup to fill his empty womb. Neji shook his head. What the hell was he thinking?! He dug his newly clawed hands into the ground to stop himself from moaning. Neji didn't want Shikamaru hearing this.

Kiba smelled how aroused his mate was. His mate wouldn't last much longer. He snuck his hand into Neji's pants and started pumping the beauty. When he felt Neji's cum coat his hand, he automatically came hard. He tilted his head back and howled. The smell of fertile mate was driving him insane, but that bothersome challenger was still close. Before dismounting his mate he bit down on his beautiful neck.

Neji was still a bit hazy from his recent orgasm. He had enough control over his thought that he didn't get caught in his mate's embrace. His grew hot, when he saw Kiba lick his cum off his fingers. Kiba rested his head in his lap. Neji ran his fingers through Kiba's hair. His alpha yawned and his eyes started closing. In less then five minutes Kiba was out. Neji carefully moved Kiba's head from his lap.

"I love you Kiba. I'll be back soon", he said before leaving.

For some reason Shikamaru couldn't get the image of Neji kissing Kiba out of his mind. The door of the basement open about thirty minutes later. Neji closed the basement door. Shikamaru's face went hot, when he saw Neji. His long brown hair was mess. That beautiful was flushed and the oddest part was Neji smelled wonderful. He'd never smelled anything quiet like it. There was a large wet spot on the back of Neji's pants. Shikamaru understood the reason for the spot on the back of Neji's pants, but the front of them were wet and made Neji looked like he had wet his pants.

"Stop staring", growled Neji.

"Sorry", said Shikamaru as tried to avert his eyes.

"Do we have enough time for me to clean up?" asked Neji.

"Yeah, we have some time", said Shikamaru.

He waited outside Neji's small house. What the hell was wrong with him? Maybe it was wrong to force Neji into working.

"Shikamaru are you alright", asked Neji.

"Fine just thinking", said Shikamaru.

"May I ask a favor", said Neji.

"Sure", said Shikamaru.

"The wound on my neck. I can't reach part could you clean it for me", said Neji.

Shikamaru nodded his head. He would get at chance to touch that beautiful skin. It was soft to the touch. Shikamaru regained control himself and quickly put bandage over the bite mark.

"Why did he bite you?" asked Shikamaru.

"I rather not go into the details of my relationship with my husband. I'm sure you don't want to go over the details of your marriage with me", said Neji.

Shikamaru nodded his head and decided not to go further into the topic. Talking about his wife was the last thing he want to do.

"Where is the mission?" asked Neji.

"The Land of Hot Water", said Shikamaru.

Neji tensed. That's where it all started.

"Everything alight Neji?" asked Shikamaru.

"I'm fine let's go", said Neji.

"Shino will be meeting us at the front gates of the village", said Shikamaru.