First Mate First Love

Chapter 20: Glimpse

I know this is a bit of a time jump, but I couldn't figure out an in between this chapter and the previous. If you have any suggestions I would love to hear them. Thanks for reading. Please leave a review.


A total of six months his mate has been missing. It was a living breathing hell. Until now he never knew time could pass so slowly. Three excoriating heats without Neji's comfort. Just knowing Neji wasn't there made everything so much more difficult. It seemed like everyone was giving up on Neji. He was forced to do d-ranked missions. In his mind, he shouldn't be lying at all.

The only reason he was doing them was his family thought it would be good for his mental health. It was an unfair punishment. He should be focused on finding his mate. The village pitied him, which wasn't what he wanted. All he wanted were for more people to believe in him. He was frozen in time. His friends and family moved forward, but he was at a standstill. Hana found her in her new mate, Kakashi. Shino was engaged to Yochu, Neji's adoptive sister. Hinata was already a few weeks pregnant. He was happy for his sister and friends he really was. It was all a painful reminder of what he was missing.

Neji and him were meant to start that part of their life. They should be considering starting a family. Akamaru rested his head on Kiba's lap. Kiba petted his head. He believed Neji was alive. Kiba wouldn't be here if Neji were dead. He whined. Akamaru tried his best to comfort his master but had little success. How do you comfort a person who lost their mate? He sighed. The dog knew he would feel the same exact way if Shine was taken. His mate hadn't been herself either, since the disappearance of Neji. Akamaru desperately wanted things back to the way they were. They were so happy then. That would only happen when Neji returned. He would help Kiba get Neji back.

"Hey Kiba",

He sighed and forced a fake smile on his face for his friend.

"Hey Hinata is it your turn to check up on me?" said Kiba.

"You don't have to do that" said Hinata.

"What?" he asked.

"That fake smile. It isn't you", said Hinata.

He let his smile drop.

"Thanks, I'm so tired of keeping this up. I need to be out there searching for him. Not confined to this village", said Kiba.

She nervously played with her fingers. One of things she hated most was confronting one of her dearest friends on a topic that hurt him so deeply.

"I know it's painful, but you he'd want you to move on", said Hinata.

His hands fisted and suppressed his urge to growl. He knew Hinata's intentions were good, but that did little to cool his rapidly growing anger.

"You have no idea how painful it is! Don't act like you do. I'm stuck in a constant hell, but you are free to move on!" snarled Kiba.

"Do you think it's easy on me?" asked Hinata before taking a step back.

Kiba saw Hinata's fear. This is his friend he shouldn't be scaring her like this. He regained his composer.

"Sorry Hinata but you have no idea what its like. I can feel him, but there's something blocking our connection. He isn't dead. I know he's alive and I will find him if it's the last thing I do", said Kiba.

She sighed, which earned her an irritated glare from her teammate. Hinata knew continuing this conversation would push her friend's buttons, but she had to be realistic with Kiba. He had to understand his chances. No matter how grim they might be right now. Neji wouldn't want him suffering like this. He would want his husband to move on.

"Be realistic Kiba. It's been six months and all that blood. There's little chance he survived", said Hinata.

His anger boiled over.

"HOW CAN YOU SAY THAT!" yelled Kiba.

Her eyes went wide when she saw Kiba's canines had descended and fingernails had lengthened into claws.

"Kiba easy. I'm not trying to pick a fight", said Hinata.

"I'm sorry Hinata. But you don't understand it's impossible for me to move on. Neji is and always will be my one and only", he said.

She took a seat next to her old friend. Hinata ran her hand up down his back. Over this time she found it nearly impossible to make the normally happy natured man smile.

"You're his family how can you give up on him so easily?" asked Kiba.

"I'm not giving up on him", said Hinata.

"It sure sounds like you are", said Kiba.

She wasn't used to hearing such bitterness in her teammate's voice. Hinata couldn't help being hurt. She was used to being spoken to in such a way by someone she cared for.

"I'm being realistic. That's not giving up on him. I would be happy to be proven wrong", said Hinata.

"I'm not the only one who believes he's alive", said Kiba.

She sighed.

"You mean Lee, Tenten, and Guy", said Hinata.

He nodded.

"You know Guy and Lee with their extremes", said Hinata.

"How do you explain Tenten?" asked Kiba.

She stayed quiet not wanting to start another argument. Hinata didn't want to risk a horrible reaction by her teammate. Thankfully, he calmed some.

"I can't give up on him. I've already failed him in so many times. I can't fail him yet again by giving up", said Kiba.

"What do you mean failed him?" asked Hinata.

"I should have been there to protect him. If I was a true alpha I would have been able to protect him or least be taken with him", said Kiba.

"You haven't failed him. You've done so much for him", said Hinata.

"I haven't", said Kiba.

"You make him smile. He's happy with you. That's a real gift Kiba. Not even I can make him smile as easily as you do", she said.

A short-lived smile appeared on his face. He hugged his friend. For a few seconds, the embrace took way some of the pain.

"Thank you", he said.

He suppressed a growl when he saw Hanabi at the front gates of his house. In the back of his mind, he knew the brat was somehow behind his husband's disappearance.

"She didn't do this", said Hinata.

"When did you start taking her side?" asked Kiba.

"My father has kept an extremely close on both her and my grandfather", said Hinata.

"I don't trust her", said Kiba.

"I know you don't, but I honestly don't think she's responsible for Neji's disappearance", said Hinata.

"She might not be completely responsible, but she has something to do with it. You can't make me think otherwise. The bruising on my side was caused by Eight Trigrams Vacuum Palm. I know it wasn't you or Neji. So that leaves your sister and your screwed up grandfather", said Kiba.

There was no changing his mind. There were too many bad interactions between her sister and him. Trust would never be built. But her grandfather could have something to do with it.

"I was with her night Neji went missing", said Hinata.

"I can't trust her", said Kiba.

"I have to go. Try and get some sleep", said Hinata.

"Sure", said Kiba.

Hinata went to her sister.

"What are you doing here?" she asked.

"I wanted to make sure you were safe sister. I know we have our disagreements, but I still love you. I don't know if you can say the same about me", said Hanabi.

"I love you Hanabi, but why did you'd think I'd be in danger. Kiba is no threat to me", said Hinata.

"Dog breath, has been a bit unstable lately. It only going to get worse", said Hanabi.

"His name is Kiba", said Hinata.

Her sister was right. Kiba would only grow more unstable until he accepts the idea that won't be returning. She prayed that her beliefs were wrongs. Hinata stared back at her friend. He was in so much pain. Both Shino and Hinata didn't know how to make their friend feel well again. She wanted to see him back to his normal self.

"You shouldn't look at him that way", said Shino.

She looked up. Her other teammate was in a tree.

"What do you mean?" asked Hinata.

"He doesn't need pity. It will only make things worse in my opinion", said Shino.

"Then what should we do?" asked Hinata.

"Believe him", said Shino.

She looked up at Shino. Hinata never knew him to go against the obvious.

"Do you think Neji is alive?" she asked.

He nodded.

"The bond between the two of them is strong. If one died so would the other. So Neji must be alive. In what state I don't know", said Shino.

"How do you know about the bond?" asked Hinata.

"Yochu talks and I listen", said Shino.

"Are you here to visit him?" asked Hinata.

"No, I figured out more efficient flea and tick repellant for Hana", said Shino.

Kiba watched Hinata and her sister walk away from the deck of his house. He sat alone. Even Akamaru and Shine wouldn't approach him while he was like this. He took his necklace from underneath his shirt. On the leather string was Neji's wedding ring. He'd add and engravement to the ring, since his husband which read:

My Eternal Love

"I'll find you, Neji I promise. I don't care if I have to spend my entire life searching for you", said Kiba.

"That's it don't give up you the power of youth", said Guy.

Guy took a seat next to Kiba.

"Neji isn't the sort of person to give up either. He is determined to never lose or give in. He's alive Kiba there's not a doubt in my mind", said Guy.

"I miss him", said Kiba.

"I know you do. I miss him too. I love more students more than myself. So him not being here is difficult on me too", said Guy.

"I love him", said Kiba.

"I do too. I care about my students more than my life. They are like my children. I love them and would do anything for them", said Guy.

Since Neji's disappearance, Kiba found a new respect for Guy Sensei. Guy was a great supporter, which was something he needed. Talking with him always made Kiba feel better. His mother and sister offered support, but it was nice having someone outside of the family that believed so strongly that Neji is alive.

"Such strong love will always be reunited!" yelled Guy.

When Kiba first met Guy he thought the jonin was too much. Now he was grateful for his upbeat attitude. It made things easier for in this difficult time.

"I have a mission to got to. I promise I'll keep an eye out for Neji", said Guy before he disappeared in a puff of smoke.

"Thanks", said Kiba.

"Hey baby brother", said Hana.

She took a seat beside him.

"You shouldn't snap at Hinata like that", said Hana.

"You heard that?" asked Kiba.

"She's be there for you this whole time. So has Shino", said Hana.

Shino was one of his most unlikely supporters.

"I know, but she makes it sound like such a simple task. I can't move on. It's impossible for me to even think of doing that. I know he's out there. He's scared and lonely and needs me, but I'm helpless. What if someone asked you to give up on Kakashi", said Kiba.

"I couldn't", said Hana.

"Now you know a fraction of what I feel every day without him", said Kiba.

Hana sighed. She hated seeing her brother like this. He didn't deserve this. Neji was his world.

"Where are you going?" asked Hana.

"I haven't searched for him two days", said Kiba.

Kiba put on his jacket.

"See ya sis", he said before leaving.

Hana sighed. She was so worried for her younger brother. Hana smiled when she felt a hand gentle hand squeeze her shoulder.

"Kakashi",

He sat down behind her and gently nuzzled her neck. She smiled.

"You okay", asked Kakashi.

"I'm fine", said Hana.

"You're lying", said Kakashi.

"It's nothing", said Hana.

"Tell me, Hana. I don't like seeing my lovely wife in such a state", said Kakashi.

She gave him a weak smile. Things between the two of them moved extremely quickly. But neither of them minded. From his bond with Hana, he could feel her emotions and just how much she loved him. She helped heal the many deep wounds in his heart. He watched Kiba walk away. The boy's shoulders were slouched and his pain was obvious. He couldn't imagine the hell his brother in law was in. Kakashi didn't know what he would do without Hana. He would search every corner of the earth for her.

"I'm sure if Neji's out there Kiba will find him. You shouldn't stress yourself in your condition", said Kakashi as his hand on her stomach.

"I'm three months pregnant not made of glass", said Hana.

"I can't help it. This is the first time I've had a family since I was a child", said Kakashi.

"You're alpha Kakashi. It's normal for you to be protective and I love it. Kiba and Neji are our family too", said Hana.

"I know. I have anbu searching for him", said Kakashi.

"Thank you my love", said Hana.

"There's no need to thank. It's part of being a Hokage and a member of this family", said Kakashi.

Kiba ran deep into the woods with Shine and Akamaru. The weather was cooling. The oncoming snow would make it even more difficult to track Neji. His body urged him to call for his mate. It had been far too long since he last did. He waited till night, before he called for his love. At night he howled and howled until he couldn't do it any longer. He finally gave in at one in the morning. Kiba walked to the cave that served as his makeshift den. Akamaru and Shine were waiting for him there. He lied down with the two dogs but didn't sleep. Kiba didn't want to risk missing Neji's call by falling asleep.

Neji woke early in the morning when he felt Katsuo leaving the bed.

"Sorry dove I didn't mean to wake you", said Katsuo.

He forced himself not cringe when Katsuo caressed his cheek. Neji couldn't stop the flinch when the man kissed him. He let Katsuo shoved his tongue in his mouth. Neji knew better than to bite. The last time he tried he ended up with a broken cheekbone and a black eye. It was the first Katsuo had struck him. Since then the alpha hadn't done anything to harm him. Neji didn't trust that Katsuo wouldn't do it again.

"I'll be back late tonight my little dove. Be good while I'm gone", said Katsuo.

He nodded. It took three months in that hellish cage before he was allowed out. He nearly fell to illness caused from the cold and wetness of his prison. Katsuo was confident he wouldn't run away. He was allowed to wander the compound alone.

"Oh, before I forget I brought you a gift", said Katsuo.

The alpha tossed a book of poetry onto the bed.

"Robert Frost", said Neji.

"We haven't read much of him. I thought you might enjoy it", said Katsuo.

"Thank you", said Neji.

It took three months in that hellish cage before he was allowed out. He nearly fell to illness caused from the cold and wetness of his prison. Katsuo was confident he wouldn't run away. He was allowed to wander the compound alone. Keeper was almost always at his side. Every time he walked the perimeter he searched for a way of escaped. He'd successfully gained Katsuo's trust. The man even returned his Byakugan but had little chakra to support it. Neji hadn't found any realistic way of escape.

He slowly sat up. Every since he left the village he sleeping habit had changed. He was no longer a morning person. What was the point of waking up early, when you couldn't use the extra time it gave you? Now he was awake and couldn't fall back asleep. Keeper jumped into bed with him and licked his face. The warm greeting from the hyena took his mind off the pain. He changed into the clothes set out for him. Breakfast was already set out for him. He was in no mood to eat. Neji a piece toast from the plate before setting it down on the floor for Keeper who quickly wolfed down the meal.

He smirked when he saw pieces of scrambled eggs clinging to Keeper's muzzle. He cleaned the beast's snout knowing Katsuo would throw a fit if he found he hadn't eaten an entire meal. He went to the only place where he could find peace in the hellish place. It was the garden. He sat on the bench. The garden was barren, because of the cold. A chilled breezed went through the barren tree and bushes. Kiba's jacket kept him safe from the chill. He buried his nose into the fabric. It had long, since lost Kiba's scent, but it was still a massive comfort to him.

He closed his eyes and tried meditating. For a few brief minutes, he was able to enjoy a clear mind. Then Keeper started growling and broke him from his peaceful trance. His eyes opened. He was surprised to see Olcan. Neji hadn't seen him, since the attack.

"Why are you here? I thought your father banished you", said Neji as he got up.

"Is that what my old man told you?" said Olcan.

Neji ignored him. He smirked when he saw the fresh claim on the omega's neck. Olcan laughed.

"Looks my father finally marked his bitch", said Olcan.

Neji growled when heard the laughter of both Olcan and the beast by his side.

"Don't mock me", said Neji.

"And what are you going to do omega. You have no power against an alpha with the collar seal", said Olcan.

"Like you said I'm marked. All I have to say to your father is that tried touching me then you're as good as gone. I wonder how much tolerance he has left for you", said Neji.

Neji growled when Olcan grabbed his arm.

"Let go of me!" snarled Neji.

"My father won't always be there to protect", said Olcan before storming off.

"You shouldn't have done that", said Silva.

He suppressed in a groan when he saw her. She was sitting on the deck with cute little fuzzball on her lap. It was a striped hyena puppy. Its name was Banzai.

"I'm not afraid of him", said Neji.

"You should be or at least you should respect that he has some physical ability. Yes, my brother is dumb but he's strong, even I acknowledge that. And he's right my father won't always be there to protect you. And my brother is a master at holding a grudge don't forget that", said Silva.

The night eventually came. Neji smiled, when heard Kiba howling for him. He hasn't given up on him yet. The calls quickly turned sad. Every note of it revealed his pain. Deep in the pit of his stomach, Neji wanted to return calls, but he knew that would only make things worse. Byakugan. His searched the area bellow and smiled. Today was a lucky night. He saw Kiba. Guilt built in his heart.

"I'm sorry Kiba, but I can't come where you call", said Neji.

He released his Byakugan when he heard a door open behind him.

"You'll catch a cold out here my little dove. I don't want you getting sick again", said Katsuo.

He hated the pet name. Katsuo rarely called him by his name.

"Only a few more minutes", said Neji.

He shuttered when Katsuo wrapped his arms around his waist.

"Why didn't you tell me Olcan was coming back?" asked Neji.

"I wanted to see how you would react", said Katsuo.

"You were watching me", said Neji.

"Yes, and thought your reaction was perfect. It looks like you've healed mentally and physically from what he did to you", said Katsuo.

"I'm ready to go inside", said Neji.

Katsuo sighed when he saw the defeat growing in Neji's eyes. There was something depressing about it. His little dove sat by the foot of the chair near the fireplace. He took a seat in the large leather chair behind the creature and started brushing its hair. Neji's eyes seemed empty. Where his mind traveled to was unknown to Katsuo.

"Neji",

He came out of his thoughts and into reality when he heard his name being called.

"How would you like to go outside with me tomorrow morning?" asked Katsuo.

"You mean leave the compound?" asked Neji.

"Yes, but if you misbehave in any way your punishment will be harsh. I will take away those eyes of your so you'll never see your beloved again. I will take away your voice so you won't be able to scream for help. And will take away your security", said Katsuo.

Out of all those threats, the one to his security worried him the most. The only thing that kept him sane in times of strain was Kiba's jacket. It might have lost Kiba's scent, but it was a source of safety. Neji didn't think he would take against his will until three years time. So far Katsuo had been a man of his word and seemed to take great pride in his integrity.

"I would like that", said Neji.

Katsuo smirked. He had his little dove under his thumb. The beautiful creature would give up completely soon enough. It did surprise him that Neji was so strong willed in past heat cycles. He thought the omega would be begging him to mount him. The walk outside wasn't only to test just how much control he had over his little dove.

Early in the morning, Neji was woken from his sleep. The sun wasn't even up yet. He slowly got up and dressed. Even he wasn't this much of a morning person. Katsuo took his hand and led him off the compound.

"Where are you taking me?" asked Neji.

"Somewhere you'll enjoy", said Katsuo.

They stopped when they reached a small pond. There was a slight babbling sound as the water dripped into the pond. Weeping willows surrounded them. Cardinals and sparrows flew through the air.

"Stay here", said Katsuo.

"What?" asked Neji.

"I'm going hunting and you'll stay here. If you leave the punishment I give you will make that dark cage look humane", said Katsuo.

"I understand", said Neji.

He sat on the frozen ground alone. Keeper whined loudly when he forced to leave his.

"Come, you stupid mutt", said Katsuo.

Grasper and Keeper went with their master. Neji watched sparrows peck at the ground. He knew this was the perfect chance to escape, but his body shivered at the idea. Katsuo would get angry if left. After all this time he was slowly losing interest in escaping, but his body and mind longed to be with Kiba. He smiled when it started snowing. Neji always loved the snow.

Kiba slowly woke and gave a depressed sigh, when he saw the snow. He stared at his companions. Akamaru and Shine were huddled closely together. They looked so happy. At least his best friend still has his mate. He pulled the necklace out from underneath his shirt. The thin silver chain held Neji's wedding ring.

"I miss you",

Kiba's attention left the ring when Akamaru licked his cheek.

"Hey boy. You and Shine stay here. I'll get some water", said Kiba.

He walked quietly through the woods. There was a pond not so far from here. If he boiled the water it would be safe enough to drink. He froze when he saw the beautiful being sitting by the lakeshore. NEJI! The beauty near the shore. Birds pecked at the ground in front of him. Snowflakes spotted his dark hair. Was this some kind of illusion?

"Neji",

His eyes went wide. A few sniffs confirmed his mate was standing only a few yards away from him.

"Kiba",

Neji got up and started backing away. His heart was racing. Every fiber of his being wanted to jump into Kiba's arms. But his body wouldn't move forward. Katsuo would punish him and kill Kiba.

"Neji",

Kiba was so confused. Neji was in front of him, yet looked terrified. He kept backing away from him.

"You must go", said Neji as backed further away.

"How could your ask that of me? Do you know how long I've been looking for you? Why do you hurt me further by backing away?" asked Kiba.

This was hurting Neji. He was harming the man he loved most.

"Please go I don't want you getting hurt", begged Neji.

Before Kiba could step closer to him, Katsuo struck him on the back of the head. Neji ran to his side. He hugged Kiba close. Kiba's eyes were shut. His breathing sounded fine. Neji caught the scent of the blood. When he moved his hand from the back of Kiba's head, it was coated in blood.

"You didn't have to strike him so hard", said Neji.

"You're lucky I didn't kill him", said Katsuo.

Neji hugged Kiba closer. He kissed Kiba on the cheek, before nuzzling closely to Kiba's neck.

"Please wake up", whispered Neji.

"Let him go now", ordered Katsuo.

Neji snarled. He would not be separated from his true alpha. His canines descended to their true length and his nails turned to claws. He went into crouching position. Neji knew he was a major disadvantage, but he couldn't leave Kiba unprotected. He had no chakra and he wasn't able to use his abilities to their full extent.

"Foolish boy you shall regret disobeying me", said Katsuo.

Neji watched as Katsuo shifted his form slightly. The slight change in form caused a powerful increase in Katsuo's chakra. He didn't stand a chance, but he couldn't give up. The fight didn't last long. He was pressed down on all fours underneath Katsuo. He snarled when felt Katsuo's arousal against his rear.

"GET OFF!" yelled Neji as he tried bucking Katsuo off.

"So my little dove has regained his bravery", said Katsuo.

They both tensed when they heard Kiba groaned.

"KIBA!" Neji cried.

Katsuo wrapped his arms around Neji's waist.

"Neji", whimpered Kiba.

The younger man struggled against him. He transported them back to his compound.

Akamaru paced nervously around the cave. His master hadn't returned. He couldn't wait any longer and ran with Shine following behind him. The two dogs easily found Kiba's scent and followed it to the lake. Kiba lay still on the ground. Akamaru nudged his master but didn't get a response. He whined loudly. Shine grabbed the scruff of Kiba's jacket and pulled him onto Akamaru's back.

Shine rushed ahead of Akamaru. She jumped onto the station desk. Izumo and Kotetsu just stared at her. She pounced on Kotetsu and dragged him by the arm toward Kiba and Akamaru.

"What the hell are you doing you stupid dog!" yelled Kotetsu.

He stopped his complaining when he saw what the dog was leading him to.

"Izumo, get over here!" he called.

His teammate came running over.

"Kiba are you with us?" Izumo.

He groaned.

"I saw him", said Kiba before fading into unconsciousness.

Neji and Katsuo appeared in their bedroom. He was pushed to the floor. His body was weak. He hated being like this. The fight and strength he was once known for was out of his reach. He snarled at the man standing above him. Neji whined when Katsuo kicked him sending him crashing into the other side of the room. Katsuo appeared in front of him. He groaned as Katsuo lifted him up by the neck.

"You will regret acting so foolishly", growled Katsuo.

He was stunned when Neji smiled.

"I was protecting the one most precious to me. Foolish yes, but I don't regret my actions. If you truly love someone you'll do whatever you can to protect and be with them", said Neji.

He smirked. Looks like all that time with Lee and Guy must have finally rubbed off on him.

"Are you finished with your speech?" ask Katsuo.

The spark of hope and spirit returned to Neji's eyes. All that time breaking his bitch was wasted. What bothered him, even more, was Neji stunk of Kiba. His instincts wouldn't allow his bitch to smell of another male. He needed to change that Silva was right he needed a more direct approach with his little dove.

"I'm tired of waiting. You might not be in season but I'm going to take my claim on you", said Katsuo.

He captured Neji's wrists in one his hands. Katsuo shoved his hand into the omega's pants. He pressed his fingers against Neji's birthing canal. Dry, this was going to make it painful for the both of them. Katsuo needed to get his dove in the mood. He smirked he knew the perfect way to break Neji and to get what he needed at the same time. Katsuo bound Neji's wrists and threw him on the bed.

"I think a change in appearance will be necessary for me to gain access to your body", said Katsuo.

Neji had no idea what Katsuo meant by that.

"Transformation Jutsu",

When the smoke cleared, Kiba stood in front of him.

"I think your body will be much more receptive to this form", said Katsuo.

"Change back! I would rather you take me dry than like that!" screamed Neji.

"Now that would be painful for both of us", said Katsuo.

He ripped off Neji's clothes. Katsuo removed his own clothing. He bound Neji's hands.

"Don't bother with trying to break free. That rope is made of virgin's hair", said Katsuo.

Neji bared his teeth and growled.

"Now let's test the theory", said Katsuo.

Neji's body tensed. Katsuo's fingers pressed roughly against his birth. Neji's frustration grew when his body accepted them. Katsuo positioned himself. With one painful thrust, the monster was inside him. A wave of shame and self-loathing washed over him. He closed eyes.

"So tight", he groaned.

"You're in me change back!" yelled Neji.

"No", said Katsuo.

He cried out in agony as Katsuo rapidly thrust into him.

"It hurts",

"Shut up!" growled.

"Please stop", whimpered Neji.

Neji regained some self-control. He closed his eyes and waited for the horrible experience to be over. Katsuo roughly grabbed his chin.

"Look at me", he growled.

He wanted this moment burned into Neji's memory.

"NO!" snarled Neji.

He yelped when Katsuo put his leg over his shoulder. Now the monster was able to enter him further. He prayed Kiba would forgive him for such a betrayal.

Katsuo watched as tears slid down Neji's cheek and then the light in his eyes went out. It had been a long since he last claimed an omega. He was close. His hand moved between the two of them. He pumped Neji's limp cock. It slowly stiffened. He dug his fangs into his dove's neck as he climaxed. His jutsu broke and he returned to his normal appearance. Neji came on his on his stomach.

"I'm sorry, Kiba", whispered Neji in the faintest of whispers.

Katsuo sniffed his newest claim. He'd successfully replaced

"I hate you. If he doesn't find me I'll kill you myself", said Neji.

"Such a horrible mouth or I'll find better uses for it. I think I'll take away that voice of yours until you learn to speak to me in a tone deserving of your alpha", said Katsuo.

"I'll never accept you as my alpha", said Neji.

"My scent inside you proves I'm your alpha", said Katsuo.

"The only thing that proves is you raped me", said Neji.

There was a burning sensation in his neck as his voice was taken from him.

"I hope you've learned your lesson", said Katsuo.

Neji whined he saw Katsuo take Kiba's jacket from the floor.

"Please don't" he whimpered as he reached out for it.

"No", said Katsuo as he threw the jacket into the fireplace.

Neji watched helplessly as his most prized possession burn away in the fire. He faded into unconsciousness. Keeper jumped onto the bed. Neji exposed on top of the blankets. He pressed his nose against the omega's skin. Neji stunk of Katsuo. He pulled the blanket over his damaged friend. Keeper waited by Neji's side until the fire died down. He pawed through the ashes until he found a scrap of gray fabric.

Neji woke at noon. His entire body ached. Every movement hurt. Keeper jumped into bed with him. A small piece of gray fabric hung from the hyena's jaw. He took it from the beast's mouth.

"You found this for me", said Neji.

Keeper nodded.

"Thank you", said Neji.

He tied the fabric to his wrist and nuzzled it. When he heard the door creak open he hide his wrist under the pillows. He shut his eyes.

"I know you're awake little dove", said Katsuo.

Neji opened his eyes but didn't spare a glance at the man who harmed him in such a horrible way.

"You may clean yourself. Do you need any help?" asked Katsuo.

"I'm fine on my own", said Neji.

The man left. Neji took a deep breath before sitting up. He winced and Keeper whined. Neji managed to stand on his feet for a few second, before collapsing. Keeper nudged him. The hyena allowed him to climb onto his back and took him to the shower. He eased himself off Keeper back and onto the tiled floor of the bathroom.

Since he was too weak to walk he crawled into the shower. Keeper followed him in. The large beast easily turned on the hot water. He became sick when he felt the monster's seed dripping down from between his legs. Keeper gave him a washcloth before turning away to give him privacy. Neji cringed as he wiped away the mess between his legs. Multiple bruises that painted his body. Neji stayed in the water until it went cold. He turned it off.

"Can you get me a towel?" asked Neji.

A moment later Keeper came back with a fluffy red towel in his mouth. He wrapped it around his waist. Neji took a breath before getting to his feet. Keeper helped support him as he walked. He leaned against the counter. He examined his injuries. A large purple bruised marked his side. He ran his hand over it. Neji count three cracked ribs. Then his hand went to his neck. Both sides of his neck held Katsuo claim mark. He nearly broke down. Neji had nothing of his mate's. He dressed and re-tied the strip of fabric to his wrist.

Kiba woke. His head was aching and his vision was blurry. He blinked a few times and his vision cleared. By smell, he instantly knew he was in the hospital. Kakashi, Hana, and his mother were all there looking nervously at him.

"Hey mom", said Kiba.

She resisted her urge to slap her son on the back of the head. Why does the boy always have to scare her in such a way? This was the fourth time her son was sent the hospital in serious condition.

"Tell us exactly what happened", said Kakashi.

"I was getting water. When I went to the lake, I swore I saw Neji. Before I could get close I was hit on the back of the head with something", said Kiba.

Kakashi was worried. One of his ninjas was attacked on the land he watched over. This could be troublesome. He didn't know if what Kiba saw was real or was a cruel genjutsu used to gain the upper hand on Kiba.

A few weeks went by. Things stayed the same. Neji was allowed wondered the compound alone. Katsuo hadn't touched him since that night. Every night when Kiba called for him he tried answering. All he could muster was a high-pitched whine. He would a way to escape if was the last thing he did.