Chapter 3

As the month slowly progressed, Tsuki had to face the consequences of losing the battle and had to spend another few days resting after fainting from the horrid smell of snakey litter.

The relationship between Sasuke and Tsuki had almost been nonexistent. They had hardly seen each other over the month seeing how Sasuke was practically training 24/7. Tsuki had a lot of free time on her hands and spent it as usual, staring at the sky. There were very little words being exchanged between them as they passed each other in the halls.

Both of them were still kinda awkward about what happened during the battle.

Then one day, Orochimaru decided to break the dinner silence with an announcement.

I have a package that needs to be picked up tomorrow at a special location. Sasuke-kun and Tsuki, I assign both of you to pick up the package. Sasuke was choking on his food from the surprise as Tsuki had spit out the water she was drinking.

Nani! Sasuke and Tsuki yelled in unison.

There is no way that Im doing your dirty work! Sasuke shouted.

That is no way to be talking to your sensei Sasuke. Orochimaru rebuked.

Don't you have servants or other shinobi to get the package for you? Tsuki reasoned.

Well, Kabuto said. It seems tomorrow is their day off.

Awwman, both Sasuke and Tsuki thought.

The place where you guys are going to is …

Konohagakure!

Sasuke fainted as Tsuki got extremely excited. Oooh! I can't wait! I heard that they have the best ramen there!

While Tsuki was stuck in Lala land, Orochimaru told Kabuto to fetch a bucket of cold water. Ten seconds later when Kabuto gets the bucket, Orochimaru dumps the cold water on Sasuke. He woke up with a start and starts to yell at Orochimaru.

How could you! First you want me to leave the village, then you tell me to go back? Is there something wrong with you! The village is infested with people who want kill me arrest me and plenty other things that I can't say in front of a 12 year old! And why in the world did you arrange for the package to be picked up in Konoha of all places! There are shinobi everywhere watching your every move! Have you any common sense at all!

Well, said Orochimaru trying to not explode because of Sasuke's disrespect. The location was randomly chosen since neither me or my partner could decide on one. And of course I know about the shinobi and already have it planned out. Sasuke, I need you to perform a henge to change the way you look and try to wear something that doesn't have an Uchiha crest on it. Ive also arranged so that your names are different. Starting tomorrow, Tsuki, your name is Maki Fujiwara and Sasuke, you will pose as her older brother Tobi Fujiwara.

There. Is. No. way that my name is going to be Tobi! Sasuke yelled infuriated.

Too bad Sasuke-kun! You can't change the names on the papers! Kabuto teased.

Nooooooo. Sasuke cried in agony.

Aww come on! Tobi sounds so cute ni-san! Tsuki giggled.

When Tsuki and Sasuke left the room, Orochimaru asked Kabuto, do you think they took it well?

Yep, I think that they took it rather well. Kabuto replied.

The Next Morning…

Alright, are both of you set for this mission? Kabuto asked.

Yup, all packed, said an excited Tsuki or should I say Maki?

Okay, can we go now? I want to get this over as soon as possible. Sasuke said annoyed.

Aw, come one ni-san! It going to be fun! I haven't been to another village before. Tsuki said.

Stop calling me ni-san already! Im not your older brother! Sasuke said with great annoyance.

But we have to get into character! I mean we're going to have to act like siblings eventually ni-san! Tsuki said.

Whatever, Sasuke said trying to control his temper.

Have fun you two! And Sasuke, don't forget your henge! Kabuto said as Tsuki and Sasuke walked off to Konoha.

I wonder what awaits me at Konohagakure! I wonder what type of stuff they have there? Tsuki thought.

Then she heard a poof as there was smoke flying everywhere. Sasuke had just done a henge since they were approaching a town and Sasuke didn't want to attract attention to any bounty hunters. His head had probably cost around 600000yen by now. He shivered at the thought of having his head chopped off.

So Sasuke ended up changing his hairstyle so it was like Kazune's from Kamichama Karin, his hair color to a silver violet like Tsuki's. He changed the color of his eyes to dark purple to match Tsuki's. Now he and Tsuki actually looked like siblings.

Wow ni-san! You look just like me except you're a guy! Tsuki said with glee. It would be great to have an older brother! They always protect you and look after you.

There is no joy in having an older brother, Sasuke said coldly and walked off.

Man! What is the matter with him! Tsuki thought to herself.

After a full 2 hours of walking, and a full 2 hours of Tsuki going Ooh, Aah, and Are we there yet, Sasuke decided it was best to take a rest at a small quaint café in Tea country.

( They were passing by.) They sat down and started to order.

Tea of me Sasuke said.

I'll have some dango and some tea too Onegai! Tsuki said happily to the waitress.

Okay, by the way, you two are siblings right? The waitress asked.

Yup! Tsuki smiled.

You two look so cute! It's so sad that you two are one of the few customers we've had in a while. Business is slow these days. The waitress sighed.

Well, maybe you guys would have more business if you relocated the shop somewhere else since it is located in the middle of a deserted road. Sasuke said in a matter a fact tone.

Well, you see, my mom, the one who owns the shop loves it too much to abandon it. It holds too much sentimental value my mom says. And I agree, I mean, I practically grew up here. I mean, even … even my dad got buried here. The waitress said trying to force back tears.

Don't cry! Tsuki said. Don't worry, you don't have to leave! Ni-san and I will bring you and your mom customers so that you guys don't have to close!

Thank you for being so kind, but how would you kids bring people out in the middle of the road to just go to a café?

I'll find a way for sure! Tsuki said with confidence.

Oh! Here are your orders! Enjoy! The waitress said.

Wait, what's your name? Mine's Tsu-Maki Fujiwara! And this is my older brother Tobi Fujiwara! Tsuki said trying not to blow her cover.

Nice to meet you both, my name is Hojima. She bowed.

Wow! These dango is the best I've ever tasted! They're sweet, but not too sweet! And the taste like heaven! Tsuki said.

Thank you! My mom made them, she's quite good actually. Hojima smiled.

When Tsuki and Sasuke were done they paid and left. But just before they left, Hojima and her mom gave them some dango to-go on the house.

Thank you! And I'll keep my promise to bring you customers as soon as possible! Bye! Tsuki said off into the distance.

That was a really nice girl Hojima's mom said.

Hai oka-san. But theres something about that boy that seems really familiar. Hojima said.

I can't believe that I ended up in the same café as the one I did with Naruto and Sakura a while back. It was the place we first met Morino Idate. I remember that guy was pretty quick on his feet. Sasuke smirked.

Hey, ni-san (she's calling him that from now on) why are you smirking? Tsuki asked pretty curious.

Oh, it's nothing I just remembered something. Sasuke answered.

What did you remember?

Well, I might as well tell you since you're just going to bug me until I do. I remembered a while back when I went to the same exact café with some …uh,

What do I call them now? Not really friends or teammates. That would mean I kept those bonds? Sasuke rattled his brain to find a way to describe Naruto and Sakura.

With some who? Tsuki asked even more curious this time.

Never mind, just some people. Sasuke answered quickly.

So they continued the rest of their journey to Konoha in peace.