Over the next month, Sasori learned as much as he could from Deidara and Chiyo. Chakra control and manipulation, creation of puppets and puppet gear, and use of various weapons were all topics of the many lessons he took up with his masters. While at the art shop, his mind would constantly wander to the topic he had just learned. During slow hours at the shop, he would practice controlling his small puppets with chakra threads or fight Deidara with small wooden rods that they pretended were kunai.

While Sasori learned all of these amazing ninja techniques, he couldn't help but feel more excited and happy with each passing day. He had finally reconnected his bond with his grandmother, their relationship seemed to pick up exactly where it had left off. When he wasn't learning about puppet gears or chakra thread control, they would talk and reminisce about old times over a cup of tea or lemon muffins. Sasori even brought Deidara over to his grandmother's house one Sunday morning to make blueberry pancakes. Chiyo had smiled warmly at Deidara, and laughed full heartedly at his jokes.

Sasori also enjoyed the company of his handsome roommate and close friend Deidara. The two had gotten closer, trying to slow down their relationship so that they could get to know each other better. Deidara asked Sasori lots of questions about his past, and Sasori reciprocated his curiosity. They spoke in length about their favorite music, books and hobbies. They argued over their art, although both respected and appreciated the other's opinions. Deidara preferred a more flashy, fleeting form of artwork while Sasori believed art was eternal and everlasting.

Although the two had gotten close, they never broached the subject of their relationship. Sasori was curious what Deidara would do once he finished his mission. He feared that Deidara would go back to the ninja country and leave him forever. He wasn't sure if he wanted to talk about the future with Deidara just yet. He didn't know how to approach the subject, and he was grateful that Deidara never brought it up. Deidara would sometimes hint that they were more than just 'friends with benefits' by saying things like "let's go out on a date tonight" or "I'm faithful only to you Danna" (a comment that made Sasori very happy indeed). However, they never spoke about officially being boyfriends, and Sasori was beginning to fret a lot more about the future as each day went by.

Another worrisome thought at the back of Sasori's mind was the way in which Deidara's mood changed whenever he went looking for the rogue ninja. Deidara began his search by sending out a small clay rat around the town. The clay rat came back hours later with no sign of any other ninja within the town. Deidara had cursed and smashed the rat with his foot before storming out the door. Deidara also flew up high on his clay bird every other night with his scope and searched the town endlessly for the rogue. So far, nothing had come up. He hadn't even located a trace or hint of the rogue ninja. Sasori could sense Deidara's distress and anger, and he knew it was beginning to reach boiling point. Deidara was desperate to find this rogue ninja. Sasori suspected there was something he was still hiding from him about his mission, but Sasori was hesitant to ask Deidara any questions about his mission. Deidara often snapped back with fury anytime his mission was mentioned lately.

Kisame had not come back to fight Deidara as Sasori had feared. However, Deidara was visited by another member of the akatsuki just a few days after the encounter with Kisame. Sasori had gone out for groceries that evening, and when he came back to his apartment, he heard voices from within. Curious, he leaned his ear against the door and caught just a glimpse of the remaining conversation between the two.

"So, is that what you really want Deidara?" it was a woman's voice, "and you're sure about this? You don't think it's too early to tell?"

"Yes, I am sure," Deidara's voice came back, cool and collected.

"Alright then, I will speak with Yahiko and inform you of his decision. Good luck with your mission," replied the woman's silky smooth voice. Sasori then heard the sound of footsteps shuffling to the door. He quickly pulled out his key and opened the door before either of them realized he was listening in on the conversation.

Later that evening, he heard from Deidara that the visitor's name was Konan. She had come to tell Deidara that the leader of the akatsuki, Yahiko, had given him permission to carry out his mission. He said that if Deidara was willing to take on Kisame, then it must truly be important to him. Sasori was glad that Deidara imparted this knowledge to him, but he knew from the snippet of conversation he had heard that Deidara purposefully left something out. Not wanting to reveal that he had eavesdropped, Sasori kept silent. He figured that Deidara probably had a good reason for keeping a few secrets from him. Sasori himself didn't tell Deidara everything.

…

Sasori was sweeping the floor to his art shop on a Friday afternoon, preparing to close for the weekend. Deidara had left a few minutes early, searching again for the rogue ninja. He had decided to take a more direct approach, he was going to ask the citizens of the town if they had seen anyone or anything suspicious. Sasori had his doubts that this would work, and he hoped Deidara wouldn't come back in a rage.

The tinkling of the door bell indicated that Deidara had finally returned. Sasori poked his head from around the corner, he had just finished his sweep of the entire floor. Deidara was beaming.

"So, did you find something?" Sasori asked, walking up to the front to turn the lock on the door.

Deidara grinned wider, "I met a woman who swore she saw a suspicious man with red eyes the other day! He was walking in the marketplace, speaking with a man who ran the vegetable booth. She told me that she saw the man at the booth hand over three tomatoes to the strange guy with red eyes. The man with red eyes just walked away, and didn't pay. The man at the vegetable stand was totally confused and looked dazed!"

"What?" Sasori was lost.

"The Uchiha use ocular powers, they specialize in genjutsu. The ninja I'm after must have used his genjutsu on that man to get free tomatoes hm!" Deidara cried.

"So, he is still in this town then?" Sasori asked.

"Yeah! He is!" Deidara was over the moon. Sasori felt his heart drop. If Deidara was getting close to finding this rogue, then that could mean that their time together was limited.

"What are you going to do about it?" Sasori asked.

"Nothing for now, it's late out and the market isn't open. Tomorrow I will go and question the vegetable man and see if he has any leads about where the Uchiha is hiding out." Deidara said. Sasori nodded and began to wipe off the counter. He was deep in thought, wondering if Deidara would close in on the rogue ninja tomorrow…

The feel of Deidara's arms wrapping around his waist jolted him from his worries. He turned around to see Deidara's heavy lidded blue orbs, full of lust. Deidara kissed Sasori on the nose, and then swept up his lips in his own. It was a sweet, innocent kiss that was parted after only a few seconds. Deidara stared into Sasori's eyes and said, "we should do something special tonight."

"Yeah? Like what?" Sasori's heart was fluttering fast like a tiny bird trying to escape a cage.

"I know I can be a pain sometimes…and I want to make up for that. I'm going to go upstairs and cook something special for you. And then," Deidara paused, holding in his breath. "I want to give you the most unforgettable night of your life." Deidara winked and released his hold on Sasori's waist. Sasori felt his heart thrumming against his eardrum and his brain seemed numb. The effect Deidara had on him would probably never subside. Every word, kiss and embrace from Deidara still made Sasori's body explode with emotions and unparalleled sensations.

…

Sasori quickened his pace with cleaning up shop so that he could rush upstairs to his sexy roommate. He entered the place and took in the decadent smell of something truly delicious. He was shocked to see that Deidara had prepared two bowls of curry chicken and rice. Sasori had no idea how Deidara had prepared the meal- he had only ever seen Deidara lazily pour cereal before this.

One bite of the food took Sasori's taste buds to heaven. It wasn't too spicy, it was just right. "Mmm, Deidara," Sasori said between mouthfuls, "this is amazing."

Deidara beamed, "I had to look up a recipe…but it actually turned out pretty great hm!" Deidara and Sasori ate their food while chatting about the day's events from earlier. Deidara's pottery class was continuously growing larger, and business was booming as a result. Sasori complimented him on his hard work and Deidara smiled proudly.

When their bowls had emptied, Deidara swiftly got up and grabbed them. Sasori was surprised by his initiative to clean, usually Sasori had to nag him relentlessly to wash or clean anything. Once the dishes were clean, Deidara revealed the chocolate peppermints he had bought for dessert. "Yum!" Sasori popped one into his mouth, letting the smooth chocolate dissolve. "You are full of surprises tonight Deidara."

Deidara placed a chocolate in his own mouth and replied, "just wait and see, there's more." His voice was heavy with flirtatious seduction. Sasori felt his stomach flop in anticipation of what would happen next.

Deidara munched on a few more chocolates before turning to Sasori and giving him a sloppy kiss. The taste of chocolate peppermint was strong. Sasori opened his mouth to let Deidara's tongue dance with his own. Then Deidara parted and announced, "this couch isn't the right place. Let's go to the bedroom."

Sasori followed him there, his hands were already beginning to sweat. They had partaken in oral sex countless times, but Sasori knew tonight would be different.

Deidara started to undress Sasori, slowly and with delicate fingers. His smooth fingers crawled up Sasori's belly and chest as he lifted Sasori's shirt over his head. Sasori felt goose bumps rise along his arms and neck from Deidara's soft touch. Deidara grabbed a handful of Sasori's red hair and placed kisses along Sasori's neck and jaw line. His other hand was undoing Sasori's pant buttons. A muted thud was heard as Sasori's jeans hit the floor. He was now standing in nothing but his boxers, defenseless in Deidara's grasp.

Deidara bit his bottom lip and looked Sasori up and down. "Mmm, delicious," he purred. "Your body is truly amazing, hm." Sasori felt a fierce blush crawl up his skin. Deidara bent over and kissed Sasori's chest, moving his tongue in slow circles across his skin. Sasori held onto the bed frame of the bunk bed, trying to stabilize himself against the flood of sensations coursing through his body.

Deidara's mouth swooped down and landed on Sasori's nipple. His tongue jutted out, flicking the hard red nub, causing Sasori to moan. Sasori pulled Deidara's blonde hair out of his face and held it tightly in his hands, tugging gently. Deidara began to suck harder on the nipple, and Sasori groaned again. He felt his crotch beginning to throb. He looked down and saw a sizeable tent in his boxers.

Deidara lifted up and stared at Sasori's chest. His nipple was red and swollen with the promise of a new hickey forming. Deidara smiled at his work. He then cupped Sasori's ass with both his hands and placed his face a mere inch away from Sasori's. "You are too sexy for your own good," Deidara breathed.

Sasori felt his breath hitch, "so are you," he replied. He bridged the gap between them and pushed his lips up against Deidara's. He was craving every touch and every feeling. He wanted Deidara's body to be pressed up against his own, the desire was overwhelming. As they kissed up against the bed frame, Sasori scrambled to undress Deidara. He wasted no time in unbuttoning his pants and throwing off his shirt carelessly. He was ravenous with an insatiable yearning for Deidara.

Deidara could sense Sasori's desperateness, "Oh, impatient are we?" he crooned.

"I've always been an impatient man," Sasori replied before crushing his lips against Deidara's once more.

Deidara pulled away, taunting him. "Patience my friend," he said. He wagged a finger in front of Sasori's face and stepped back several feet. Sasori was still leaning up against the bed, arms outstretched and waiting for Deidara to return. But Deidara continued to walk backwards, farther away from Sasori.

"Where are you going?" Sasori demanded.

Deidara smirked and disappeared behind the bathroom door. Sasori sighed and sat on the bottom bunk bed. His erection was still throbbing.

A minute later, Deidara opened the door. He was completely naked and had taken the half pony tail out of his hair, framing his handsome face with beautiful blonde strands. He was holding a bottle of lubricant, one that Sasori had never seen before. Deidara must have purchased it specifically for tonight. Sasori felt his pulse quicken at the sight of Deidara's gorgeous naked body.

"Come here," Sasori said, pulling his finger out and beckoning Deidara forward. Deidara did as he was told, walking slowly and swaying his hips back and forth seductively. "What do you have there?" Sasori asked, eyeing the bottle of lubricant.

"It's cherry flavored," Deidara said, opening the bottle. He then pushed Sasori back roughly, and Sasori fell onto his bed. Deidara wasted no time straddling himself on top of Sasori.

Then Deidara turned the bottle upside down and squeezed, releasing the liquid onto Sasori's body in a straight line from his chest to his crotch, just above his boxers. Sasori laughed as the cold liquid hit his stomach. "Hey," he said, "you didn't warn me."

Deidara paid this comment no mind. He rubbed his hands up against Sasori, massaging his chest and belly with the thick lubricant. As the liquid stroked across Sasori's skin, he felt a pleasant warming sensation. "This lubricant heats up with touch, how does that feel hm?" Deidara asked.

"Wow, it's amazing," Sasori leaned his head back into his pillow, feeling a tingling sensation as the warmth spread over his chest and stomach. All the stress he felt melted away as Deidara massaged him with soothing fingers.

Then Deidara began to lick around Sasori's chest again. "Mmm," he hummed as he lapped up the cherry lubricant. The feel of Deidara's hard tongue grazing against his warm skin made Sasori's erection pulsate again. Desire coursed through his veins.

Deidara leaned forward and pressed his chest against Sasori's, rubbing the lubricant on himself. He embraced Sasori in a passionate kiss, their chests sliding under each other from the slippery liquid. Sasori could taste the cherry on his lips. His manhood throbbed upwards once more, desperate to be released. Deidara pulled back and raised his eyebrows at Sasori. Sasori's erection was pressed up firmly against Deidara's legs.

"Hm, looks like your getting quite excited," he said. He then slithered down Sasori's chest, and bit the top of Sasori's boxers with his teeth. Slowly, he pulled down the material, revealing Sasori's large and throbbing erection.

"Unf," Sasori groaned loudly, his hips were shaking in anticipation. He was desperate for Deidara's touch on his member.

Deidara complied, licking his wet tongue up along the length of Sasori's shaft. Sasori purred with pleasure, the feeling was intoxicating. Deidara eyed him with passion as he grabbed the bottle of cherry lubricant. He poured it out on Sasori's penis, and the initial coolness caused Sasori to scream and bite his lower lip. Deidara grasped Sasori's member and rubbed the liquid up and down along the length, making sure to also include his balls. As he continued to tug at Sasori's member, the warmth began to emanate from the lubricant. The feeling was incredibly marvelous, and Sasori felt his brain go numb with pleasure.

Sasori wanted to return the favor. "Come here," he moaned, grabbing Deidara's free arm. Sasori scooted his body on the bed so that his side was pressed up against the wall. Then he tugged on Deidara's arm again, and Deidara pulled his body up on the bed, parallel to Sasori's but in the opposite facing direction. Sasori was faced with Deidara's length, and he placed his mouth around the tip, circling his tongue over the top.

Deidara began to moan as Sasori took in his full length in his mouth, sucking fervently. Deidara did not falter his grasp on Sasori's penis. He continued to stroke it in a sensual, passionate manner. Sasori's feet curled and his muscles tightened. He was getting close.

At that moment, Deidara released his grip on Sasori's member and sat up as best as he could, careful not to hit his head on the ceiling of the bunk bed. Deidara had pulled his own penis out of Sasori's mouth. Sasori stared up at him, confused. Deidara pointed up, "we should use my bed for what's next," he said in a low purr. Sasori didn't need telling twice.

Deidara grabbed the bottle of lube and the two of them raced to the top bunk. Sasori felt his heart hammer against his chest. Sasori laid down on his backside again and Deidara rubbed more lubricant on his penis, coating every inch of him. Sasori felt shivers run up his spine as the cool liquid was rubbed along his shaft. Then Deidara handed the bottle to Sasori, blushing fiercely as he said, "put some on your finger…and then you can start to prep me."

Deidara could barely think straight. He had been waiting for this moment for so long. He rubbed a generous amount of the liquid on his hands and then sat up. He kissed Deidara fully on the mouth, opening up their lips and embracing their tongues in another fight for control. As he kissed Deidara, he slowly placed one finger inside his back opening, feeling the tight muscles close around him. He pushed his finger in and out, continuing his passionate kiss with Deidara. Deidara moaned harder into the kiss, indicating that Sasori place another finger inside him. Sasori complied, hearing another low growl emanate from within Deidara. Sasori then placed a third finger inside, opening up the hole wider in preparation.

Deidara pulled back from their kiss and panted heavily, "I'm ready Danna."

Those words rattled inside Sasori's brain, exploding like fireworks. Sasori said down on the creaking bed and leaned up against the wall with a pillow behind him, then beckoned Deidara forward. Deidara slowly sat on top of him, bringing his opened hole over Sasori's lubricated and pulsing erection. Sasori let Deidara take his time, easing the penis in slowly. Deidara moaned deeply as he took in the full length, sitting on top of Sasori with his legs outstretched. He wrapped his arms around Sasori's neck and pulled him into a breathy kiss.

Then Deidara began to thrust his hips up and down, slowly at first. Sasori watched as his penis was brought in and out of Deidara's hole. Sasori moved his hips in rhythm with Deidara's, careful not to thrust too deep yet. Deidara's eyes were closed, he was lost in ecstasy. "Mmm, yes Danna," he whispered.

Sasori pushed himself in a little deeper, pushing up his legs against Deidara's ass. Deidara grunted and opened his eyes, which were full of crazed desire. Deidara grabbed a tuft of Sasori's red hair and tugged on it. He moved his body faster, and cried, "More Danna, that feels good hm!"

Sasori obeyed, shoving his penis in and moving his hips faster to keep up with Deidara's quickening pace. Deidara bit his lower lip and his hair was flying around madly as he swayed up and down and back and forth. Sasori felt Deidara's muscles tighten around his member, and a renewed warmth spread throughout his entire body. He was breathing fast now, and sweat clung to his brow, trickling down on the side of his face. He propelled his body upwards, thrusting deep inside of Deidara. Deidara screamed with delight as Sasori hit his g-spot. "Oh Danna! Right there! Do it again!" Deidara's cheeks were flushed crimson.

Sasori smirked and thrust himself back to the same spot, causing Deidara's erection to throb once more between them. Deidara let out another yell of bliss. His hands were now on Sasori's backside, and his fingernails dug into Sasori's skin, scratching and clawing as he reached close to an orgasm. Sasori felt his own member pulsate inside of Deidara, he too was getting close.

Sasori had one hand on Deidara's waist, holding him steady. He placed the other hand around Deidara's penis and began to stroke it. He felt the tautness of Deidara's muscles, he could sense that Deidara was very close. He hit Deidara's g-spot again, and felt himself almost lose control. Deidara screamed once more, "I'm almost there Danna!"

"Me too," Sasori growled. He squeezed his grip slightly on the blonde's penis and then thrust into his g-spot once more, feeling his body shake with ecstasy as he finally came. Deidara's body quivered on top of him and his head was thrown back in elation as he too hit his orgasm. Sasori filled Deidara up and Deidara burst his ejaculate onto Sasori's stomach.

Deidara's head was still bent backwards, he was panting heavily and sweat gleamed upon his chest, his hands were outstretched on Sasori's shoulders. Sasori entwined his fingers with Deidara's and pulled him forwards. Deidara smiled widely, and sat up slightly so that Sasori's now limp member could slide out. Then Deidara sat back on his lap and stared into Sasori's eyes. Sasori stared back, he couldn't hide the wide smile that spread across his lips.

"That was definitely unforgettable," Sasori said, still trying to catch his breath.

Deidara winked and squeezed Sasori's hands, "I'm glad. You were amazing." He leaned forward and kissed Sasori lightly.

"We're a mess," Sasori commented. With the lubricant and the ejaculate spread across his belly, Sasori was both sticky and slimy. Deidara rubbed a finger across the wet mess and laughed.

"Well, we can get in the bath together." He said before licking off the goo from his finger. "you still taste good to me though," he added in a playful tune.

…..

After a relaxing and seductive bath together, the two of them laid back down on Deidara's bed together, wrapped up in each other's warmth. Sasori cuddled Deidara from behind, placing his arm around Deidara's waist and his leg over on top of Deidara's. Deidara formed the little spoon to Sasori, even though Deidara was taller.

Sasori felt a pounding in his ears from the anxiety he felt over the question he could no longer contain hidden, "Hey Deidara?"

"Yes Danna?"

"What…I mean," he cleared his throat, trying to get rid of the uneasy lump there, "what are we? What are you to me?"

Deidara turned his head around to face Sasori, "I'm exclusive with you," he said.

"I know that, but what does that make us? I mean, when you finish your mission…are you leaving forever? I really like you Deidara…I'd like to try to form a meaningful relationship with you. I'd like you to be my boyfriend." An intense red blush covered Sasori's face as he admitted this. But he had to know where this was going, he didn't want his heart to be crushed.

"You want me to be your boyfriend?" Deidara asked back with disbelief. Sasori still couldn't tell how he felt about all of this, and that irked him.

"Never mind, I know we haven't talked about this yet, maybe I shouldn't have brought this up," Sasori shook his head in embarrassment.

"No Danna, you misunderstand. I want to be your boyfriend. I want a relationship with you too," Deidara was smiling brightly. Sasori felt his heart swoop in his chest.

"Are you serious?" he asked. "you'll be mine?"

"Yeah Danna," Deidara grinned and kissed his nose, "I'll be yours."

Sasori kissed him fervently, tangling his blonde hair in his fingers. He pulled apart and said, "you've made this the happiest day of my life."

"Jeez Danna, when did you get so sappy?" Deidara laughed. Sasori rolled his eyes and chuckled.

"I'm only ever sappy around you. But I'm still your master, so you have to respect me at all times," he ordered in a playful voice.

"Sure Danna," Deidara replied with a smirk. He nuzzled his face up in Sasori's chest, and Sasori hugged him close, feeling like his heart was going to burst out of his ribcage.

They hugged for a few moments in silence and then Sasori broke it with one last question, "So, what will you do when you finish your mission?"

Deidara sighed, "I'm not sure yet…I'm supposed to go back to the shinobi country…but, I'll miss you so much…I don't know if I'll actually return."

"You mean…you'll just live with me as a rogue ninja yourself?" Sasori asked him.

"Well, yeah. I want to be wherever you are Sasori. We can figure out the details when the time comes." Deidara said, shirking off the question. Sasori's heart did a back flip upon hearing that Deidara wanted to be with him. For now, that was all the reassurance Sasori needed.