Woops. I made a mistake. Itachi, is in fact, Gemini.
Thank my beta for beta'ing... Fire Valkria!
And sorry for not updating last weekend, I was very very busy, plus my internet was not working for a while...
Note: This chapter, instead of being Itachi's birthday, is Sasuke's. He has turned 8, and Itachi is 12.
'Bold Italics' are Itachi's thoughts.
The Cancerian characteristics are the most perplexing of the signs. Cancer can range from the timid, shy, dull and withdrawn to brilliant, friendly and famous. Cancerians run the entire gamut of human emotion. Fundamentally conservative and home-loving by nature, they appreciate the security of a home-base in which to retire when the stresses of living become too much to bear.
Cancerians possess strong paternal and maternal instincts. The term nest is an appropriate label for the Cancerian home, because it describes a natural and comfortable type of residence. A retreat for the family, where you can put up your feet and feel at home.
Appearing formidable and thick-skinned, Cancerian's have an unemotional demeanor, appearing uncompromising and obstinate. This is the facade they use to mask an insecure nature. Their intimates, however, may see a different character, one with sympathy and sensitivity to other people, especially those they love. Cancer is a tenacious, purposeful, energetic, shrewd and intuitive type. Sometimes wise, with a philosophical view on life. They are able to identify with others because of the keen sensitivity of their nature. They are over-imaginative and prone to be a victim of fantasy. They have a flair for the dramatic, and may possess literary or artistic talent. They tend to absorb their environment and have a talent for mimicry.
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Sasuke's birthday party was great. Mikoto had insisted on throwing one for him, even though Fugaku said it was unimportant. Sakura had helped Mikoto by decorating, with the words "Happy Birthday Sasuke!" On banners and balloons. Mikoto had insisted on doing the cooking herself, since she wanted to make sure everything was perfect for her babiy's birthday. Sakura made sure to invite all of the kids his age from the ninja Academy, including her old friends.
Naruto and Sasuke constently fought, and the girls completely swooned over Sasuke, it made her laugh. Especially since Sasuke hated most of them. She told him she wouldn't invite them next year. She probably would, though.
People gave him great gifts, like kunai knives and books, and a brand new training post just for him. The girls mostly gave him candy, and Naruto had given him a cup of ramen from Icharuka's. Fugaku didn't trust the Kyuubi boy at all, so he promptly threw it away. Both Naruto and Sasuke were disapointed, So Sakura decided she would take them both to Icharuka's for lunch another day.
And just when it was about to calm down, an Anbu came for their mission,
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"Haruno Sakura, Uchiha Itachi, Uchiha Shisui, and Hatake Kakashi.. You are to report to the Hokage immediately." He told them before disappearing.
Squad three walked calmly side by side to the Hokage's office, all in silence. Shisui was musing over some things that happened at the party, while Itachi and Sakura were thinking. Kakashi, of course, was reading his precious novel. They reached the tower, not even bothering to knock.
Sarutobi had appeared to be thinking diligently on something. Sakura tried to meet his eyes, but he avoided her. Why?
'What is going on Sarutobi-sensei?' she asked. Even through the mind, she got no answer.
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"It seems there has been an organization gathering the best of the missing-nin shinobi. Your mission is S-class, and classified. Here is the scroll, gather your things immediately, you will leave as soon as you are ready." Sarutobi ordered quietly. He tossed them the scroll, in which Itachi had caught with ease.
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The four of them had passed so many outpost towns, Sakura had honestly lost count of them all. She didn't know what they were supposed to do, in all honesty. The had asked many people if they have seen anyone wearing red clouded cloaks. But they all said no. Itachi used his Sharingan to detect any lies, but he saw no deceit from them. Sakura sighed. They set up camp near a river. Shisui gathered wood, while Itachi and Sakura set up the tents.
"What did you do to Megumi?" Itachi asked, whispering. They did not want Kakashi to hear.
"Nothing, really. I might of scared her a bit, but other than that..." she replied quietly, letting her sentence hang.
"You shouldn't of." Itachi replied smoothly. Sakura could tell he was angry.
"I know. And I'm sorry about that. But you should really keep an eye on her, she assumes too much."
Itachi raised an elegant eyebrow. "And what do you mean by that."
"Since we are, well, living in the same household, she presumes that I am after you." she explained.
"But you are not." he stated.
"I am not." she agreed, even though it was breaking her heart.
By then Shisui had returned with firewood and water. They were silent for the most part, each thinking about their own problems. Sakura knew of them well. One great thing about being a star, even if she wasn't one any longer, was the powers that came with it. One was knowing their human's thoughts. And whenever she did not wish to hear it, she could tune it out. And she decided to know what Itachi was thinking. It might have to do with Sarutobi.
'I cannot do it. I cannot kill the clan, despite Sarutobii's orders. I can't kill Megumi, or Kaa-san and Tou-san. Especially not Sasuke... But Hokage-samma had said it was the only way to make peace. I will do what I must...'
No. Not now. She thought she had more time. Apparently, she didn't.
'On my next birhday, the Uchiha massacre will commence.'
Here are the Naruto characters zodiac signs.
Itachi Uchiha - Gemini
Kisame Hoshigaki - Pisces
Pain - Libra
Konan - Aquarius
Sasori - Leo
Deidara - Pisces
Hidan - Gemini
Kakuzu - Libra
Zetsu - Taurus
Tobi - Aries
Naruto Uzumaki - Libra
Sasuke Uchiha - Cancer
Sakura Haruno - Aries
Kakashi Hatake - Virgo
Jiraya - Scorpio
Orochimaru - Scorpio
Tsunade - Leo
Shikamaru Nara - Virgo
Gaara - Capricorn
Gai - Capricorn
Haku - Capricorn
Shino - Aquarius
TenTen - Pisces
Choji - Taurus
Kankuro - Taurus
Kurenai - Gemeni
Neji - Cancer
Kiba - Cancer
Zabuza - Leo
Temari - Leo
Ino - Virgo
Anko - Scorpio
Rock Lee - Sagittarius
Hinata - Capricorn