Therapist Equals The Rapist

Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto. If I did I would totally make Sasuke and Naruto have hot smexin' sex.

Summary: Sasuke is a being that feeds on the human soul through sexual intercourse. There are many like him on Earth, blending in with society. The only problem? Every person they have intercourse with dies, so most of them resorted to rape instead. One of them makes a mistake and a victim gets away. In comes, Naruto, a detective given charge of the investigation. His prime suspect? Why! It's Sasuke of course! But is he in over his head on this one?

Chapter 16

"Give me the current updates on Neji and Gaara. Do we have a location?" Sasuke started the meeting.

"We don't have a location as of now but there have been rumors." Orochimaru answered back. His voice cautious and obedient.

"What rumors?" Sasuke asked.

"The town's been restless. Many of the women talk about mysterious people coming around asking about the castle and their daily lives. The town's people have been asking the patrols if there's a war going on and if there's an invasion." Tsunade elaborated. Sasuke pondered this rumor. Rumors weren't a good lead of information. Many of them are fabricated by bored citizens who just want some excitement. However there's a good chance that the rumors are true. The town's people have been a big help numerous times.

"You think those mysterious people are Neji and Gaara's men?" Sasuke arched an eyebrow.

"Most likely." Tsunade answered. The other two men nodded their heads in agreement.

"Neji and Gaara have been planning for a while now. We think it's high time they acted." Tsunade spoke again. "There's a good chance they're planning an invasion." Sasuke nodded in thought. Orochimaru snorted. Sasuke turned to him.

"Orochimaru, care to share?" He asked. The snake like man smirked.

"I don't understand why Neji and Gaara would be so obvious. They're well known for being sneaky and highly intelligent. Something like mysterious people poking about… it doesn't sound like them." He clarified. Tsunade glared at him. She didn't take criticism very well. The air tensed between the two as they glared at each other across the table. Sasuke sensed a fight about to happen. However Tsunade knows she doesn't have a fight. Now that Orochimaru pointed it out it made sense.

Gaara and Neji were one of the most intelligent incubi that Sasuke once had under his rule. It made no sense for them to be so obvious in their information gathering. No one would be so stupid, not even the dumbest Incubus alive. She cursed silently in her mind as she leaned back and admitted silent defeat. Orochimaru sat back and smirked in victory. They shared one more glare before the air cleared up slightly. They still kept an eye on each other and hissed every now and then.

Sasuke frowned at the childish display between two of his eldest subjects. His eyebrow twitched in annoyance every time they hissed at each other. Disagreements in meetings were usual but Orochimaru and Tsunade usually agreed. Their opinions usually were one but there were rare situations they disagreed. Like now. Though Sasuke knew they called a silent truce they were itching to fight it out. He caught onto the vibe fairly quick after what was their possible fifth hiss.

"What are the patrols saying?" He directed them in a different direction. Orochimaru and Tsunade ceased their hissing. The three, including Kakashi, looked back and forth from each other before turning to Sasuke all at once. Now they were in sync. Mentally Sasuke sighed. Managing these three were a hassle and tiring.

"The patrols claim they've seen these mysterious men. But then at the same time they say they can't be sure." Orochimaru spoke first.

"Can't be sure?" Sasuke narrowed his eyes on the pale snake like man. He gave him a minute to explain.

"They'd see one or two standing around but when they blink they're gone." His words came out fast. Sasuke tapped his fingers on the table.

"Did they scan for any spell residues?" he asked. The three looked at each other and shook their heads.

"No, they didn't think to do so. The days were hot and they thought it was just hallucinations since every time they saw the men they were just standing away from the crowd." Tsunade clicked her tongue against her teeth. She placed her hand to her chin and looked down on the table.

"What are your thoughts?" Sasuke asked her.

"Medically… it could be hallucinations. The heat wave has been heavy these past few weeks. The patrols are dressed in armor and leather carrying weapons. They run on shifts and walk the entire town. They could have imagined the men after hearing stories about them. They might have focused a bit too hard on trying to spot them and apprehend them. Under such intense UV rays their focus could have created illusions of these men but… there's also a possibility that the men were really there." Tsunade spoke as if she was thinking out loud.

"… Tell the patrol teams to scan the areas they see these men at for spell residues. I want every area scanned whether they think it's a hallucination or not. Whether or not these men are in league with Neji and Gaara doesn't matter as of now. Anyone sneaking about my kingdom is to be looked into. We don't need any unnecessary distractions." Sasuke ordered. Tsunade got up and bowed.

"Yes your majesty." Pushing her chair in she headed out to inform the patrol teams of the new order. The door slipped shut behind her leaving the three men to continue the meeting and await her return. Sasuke turned to Kakashi.

"You've been fairly silent, Kakashi. Give me your opinions." He ordered. Kakashi bowed his head and remained silent for a while to collect his thoughts. Sasuke waited a moment before giving him bait to bite.

"Tell me, what do you think about the authenticity of these rumors?" Kakashi hummed then crossed his arms around his chest.

"The town has always been buzzing with rumors. There are a lot of bored citizens who want excitement." Kakashi began. "However despite the many false rumors the town has spread. I think this one's pretty legit. The patrols have been getting complaints about harassments, trespassers, and these men lurking around. I don't think it's a coincidence that Neji and Gaara went MIA and these people showed up right after." He nodded in confirmation to his beliefs.

"Should I believe these rumors then?" Sasuke asked. Kakashi winced.

"Orochimaru was right when he said it is not Neji and Gaara's style. They are smarter than to be obvious. However if they truly are smart than they'll count on you overlooking this…" Kakashi trailed off for Sasuke to fill in the blanks. Sasuke nodded. He turned to Orochimaru.

"And you?" He arched his eyebrow.

"I agree." Orochimaru shrugged. "Rumors run all the time but at a time like this coincidences don't run by me. Neji and Gaara might be counting on you overlooking this. Perhaps you should go about it both ways? Take action according to the rumors and take action disregarding the rumors." Sasuke nodded in deep thought.

"Kakashi, I want to you go on patrol with one of the teams. Ask the town's people about these men. Gossip with them a little. Get a general time line and story on these mysterious people." Sasuke ordered. Kakashi bowed.

"Yes your majesty."

"Orochimaru, I want you to prepare the army. Have them all gathered and briefed. I want two sets of battle plans like you suggested." Orochimaru bowed his head.

"Yes your majesty."

"Meeting adjourned." Sasuke got up and headed for the door.

"Your majesty," Kakashi began. Sasuke peered at him over his shoulder.

"Yes, Kakashi?" He asked.

"I was wondering… should we have a funeral for Naruto?" He asked hesitant. The raven looked away then back at him. His expression stoic but pained.

"No, keep Naruto's death a secret within this castle's walls." Sasuke ordered.

"But your majesty," Sasuke raised his hand silencing any protests.

"If they are planning an invasion they'll plan for Naruto. They'll be more cautious but if we play our cards right Naruto's absence will be an advantage to us." It pained him to say this but Sasuke had to go about this correctly. If it means using Naruto's death as an asset he'll do it. He'll finish what he started. The two men hesitated over this. They debated through a strained look before straightening their stance and bowing low with their right hands over their hearts.

"As you wish your majesty." They chorused. Sasuke turned and walked out.

WONDER WHAT TSUNADE IS DOING

Tsunade walked into the patrol's resting room. Many of the patrol guards stood around with cups of coffee and snacks awaiting their next shift. They bowed to her when she entered. Many who were familiar with her smiled and waved hello. She smiled back before clearing her throat. All conversations ceased as they awaited her announcement.

"Uchiha-sama has new orders for the patrol guards." Her voice resonated loud and clear. "You are to scan all areas where you see these mysterious men for spell residues. There are no exceptions. Whether you believe it to be hallucinations or not you are to scan as ordered." They all nodded and murmured a little.

"After each shift report your findings to your commanding officer and he'll bring the results back to me." Tsunade concluded. She bid them good bye. Conversation boomed immediately after. Gossips between the guards spread like wild fire as they guessed and betted on the situation. Tsunade shook her head with a small smile. These guards never change. They always find something to bet on despite the situation. Then her spirit plummeted as she realized what she had to do next. It was time to go the morgue and perform Naruto's autopsy.

Stopping by the window she looked out at the graying sky. The scent of rain lingered in the air, a musky scent of salt. Her nose twitched as she combed one of her pony tails through her fingers. Her eyes drooped a little at the thought of seeing Naruto again. If it was by choice she would hold out doing his autopsy as long as possible. Seeing him after so soon wasn't a pleasant thought. But she knew she can't. He was a specimen with the Zombie gene. His autopsy is vital for information.

A defeated sigh left her lips. Forcing herself she walked to the morgue. The cold chilly air greeted her. It seeped through under the door and any other openings. She shivered and willed her goose bumps away before entering. With a deep breath she pushed the doors open and walked in with her head held high. Waiting for her was Orochimaru. He was already dressed and ready to go. He nodded at her. She nodded back. In silence she suited up and pulled out the necessary equipments. Sleeping on the table was Naruto. He was stripped of his clothing. Tsunade ran her hand over Naruto's hair several times.

"My child," she whispered before getting to work. Taking out a scalpel she cut his stomach open and began looking around. Orochimaru recorded her actions through a voice recorder. "Some of his organs are intact… his stomach bursted. I think it was the first to go…" Tsunade pushed some organs aside to study it.

"What about his intestines?" Orochimaru peered over.

"Tangled," Tsunade pulled them out. She hooked them to several hooks hanging on the ceiling untangling them in the process. Orochimaru studied them. His eyes narrowed.

"It seems his intestines burned a little." He poked at some spots that looked burned through. There was a gaping hole. Some were stuck together and all mushy. "Do you think his body has been eating itself? Parasites?" He peeked past the hanging intestines to look at Tsunade. She was swabbing one of the burnt parts for further investigation.

"We'll have to see. It's a possibility." Tsunade muttered though Orochimaru wasn't sure if it was an answer to his theory of the body consuming its own contents or parasites. He shrugged. They'll have the answer after running some tests.

"Pull some blood too." Orochimaru handed her a needle as she ducked back over to the body. She found a vein and began drawing blood. It was hard considering rigor began setting in. But she did her best and the needle went through.

"I'll have one of the others break down the DNA sequence and study how far it's mutated." Orochimaru said as he was handed the vial of blood. He wrote down Naruto's name and set it aside. Tsunade continued digging around Naruto's insides. She noted off what organs were destroyed and what organs were intact. The destroyed organs were either pulled out or examined within the body. They weighed the intact organs only to find them weighing a little less than the average weight. They studied Naruto's skin pigment and poked about with magnifying glasses. The two searched every inch of Naruto's body for any other suspicious looking scars, shades, or anything generally suspicious.

"Sasuke wants us to keep Naruto's death within castle walls." Orochimaru spoke up after a half hour of silence. Tsunade straightened up a little. Her hair was in disarray; beads of sweat decorated her forehead. Wiping them away with her sleeve she breathed out evenly.

"Yeah?" She asked not sure what to say.

"Yeah, he says if we play our cards right Naruto's absence will be of advantage." Orochimaru sneered. Tsunade sighed.

"His goal is to win. He's going to have to use anything he can if it means contributing to his win. I'm sure it pains him to do it." Tsunade bent back down over Naruto.

"Yeah but… the way he said it." Orochimaru whined. Tsunade laughed a little.

"He is an Uchiha, Oro. They're bound to stoic assholes." She chirped. Orochimaru laughed at that. "And he is our King. He has to be somewhat serious about this matter. He can't go moping around with a crest fallen face." She added on a more serious note.

"Hey, all I'm asking is for some sort of emotion. I don't need much." Orochimaru shrugged.

"Wasn't flinging himself onto Naruto enough for you?" She playfully snarled. He shook his head.

"No, a little more than that. I don't know… a public display of him crying? That'll do it." Orochimaru leaned on the table and smirked. Tsunade frowned at him.

"If he hears you he'll tear your head off." She spoke dismissively as she continued to patch Naruto up. Sealing the thread she cut the loose ends. Pulling the hose from the sink she positioned it over Naruto's body and turned it on. Strong strings of water shot out and washed the dry blood and dirt off Naruto. Orochimaru grabbed a cloth and scrubbed it lightly over Naruto's body washing away spots of blood that didn't run.

"I think I'll risk it if I get to see that." Orochimaru smiled. Tsunade scoffed as she turned off the hose.

"Yeah right, Sasuke wouldn't be caught dead doing that." Placing the hose back she dried Naruto's body and pulled the sheet up to his neck. They stood there watching his muscle lax face. Together they took a deep breath and let it out.

"Well… I guess this is good bye for good Naruto." Tsunade spoke to the corpse. "We'll all miss you dearly."

"Life won't be same." Orochimaru added. He patted the blonde's head gingerly. He wasn't a fan of touching. "Good bye, Naruto." The two saluted the blond before placing the cloth over the blonde's head. Giving the blond a moment of silence to remember him the two opened a cooler and transferred him over. Pushing the bed in they took one last look and said one last good bye before closing the door and sealing it shut. Then they stood around dumbly.

Now that the autopsy was done they had no idea what to do. Suddenly their schedule seemed wide open. Their minds blank and their hands felt empty; void. Staring at each other's blank faces they blinked then blinked again.

"Uhhhh…" Orochimaru started but he didn't know where to lead the conversation. He ran his tongue over his left canine tooth. His eyes wide and unfocused in confusion.

"… I'm going to go take a shower and do laundry." Tsunade looked down at herself disgusted a bit. She took a whiff of herself and almost hurled.

"Yeah me too." The two headed for the door and left separately. They waved good bye awkwardly still unsure why they felt so blank all of a sudden.

WONDER WHAT KAKASHI IS DOING

Bored was an understatement for Kakashi. He walked the streets of the town at a lazy fashion. Many of the citizens waved to him especially the women. They giggled and huddled together to whisper as he walked by. When he got close enough they bowed, trying to look sexy, and whispered a greeting. Kakashi would smile and greet them back like a gentlemen but he refrained from any more contact. He wasn't interested. Instead he simply pulled out his orange porn book. The women dispersed immediately. They still giggled but their faces showed disapproval at his public display of reading a porn novel.

Walking behind him was four of the patrol guards. They were all young, in their 20s, and wore summer armors. They carried spears and swords. They too gave Kakashi a disgusted look but underneath it were some looks of admiration. They've heard stories about the famous and brave Hatake Kakashi. He was nearly as famous as Naruto, who was Sasuke's bodyguard and right hand man. They bowed their heads a bit in respect for the blond. He had treated the patrol guards well. He came by regularly to chat and eat some snacks with them. Naruto would be missed. They all sighed which didn't go unnoticed by Kakashi. The silver haired man turned around and gave them a curious look.

"What's up?" He asked hoping to strike a conversation after walking the town for 20 minutes with no sign of these "mysterious people". One of the patrol guards, presumably the leader just smiled assuring him nothing was wrong.

"Nothing, sir, just thinking of Uzumaki-san…" He trailed off. The look in Kakashi's visible eye had stunned him. A mixture of hurt and sadness swam in his eye. But as fast as it came it was gone. It was replaced by a foolish smile and a dismissive gesture of a hand.

"Mah, mah, its ok if you're mourning him. I know you guys were close with Naruto." Kakashi spoke it carelessly. The patrol guard looked at him strange.

"Excuse my sudden rudeness, sir…" the patrol guard started and waited for permission to continue. Kakashi waved him through. "Aren't you mourning his death, sir?" Kakashi gave him a look that set him back a few steps along with the other guards. They tensed up and waited.

"Why would you say that? I am mourning his death. He was a close friend as well as a good associate." Kakashi nodded.

"But, sir, excuse me, you don't seem like you're mourning." The patrol guards nodded in agreement. Kakashi placed his book down and laughed a little.

"It doesn't have to be apparent that you're mourning someone's death." Kakashi explained. He looked back down at his book. His eyes soften as he remembered how he got that book. Naruto had given it to him for his welcome back gift after a long battle with a neighboring country who tried to take over some land of theirs. The blond explained he had to go through tough measures to get the book from his godfather, Jiraiya, the author of these books. Kakashi was really grateful for the book and he still is even though it was years ago and he can recite every single word from this book. Solemnly he replaced the book into his front vest pocket and continued walking.

"Sir?" The patrol guard dared to speak. After Kakashi's explanation he had gone silent. When Kakashi only smiled and turned back around the patrol guards fell silent. They knew that look. They've given each other that look for hours. Kakashi was reminiscing about Naruto and their time as friends. The five of them walked in silence as they checked out stores and asked about any recent activities that were suspicious. As of late there were none. The store owners and their patrons all shook their heads no. They seemed content and happy with the silence and regular routines. The town's people hated to be interrupted. They had a fixed routine and schedule and they liked to keep to it. A lot of the expressed desires for Sasuke to actually fix the problem or at least investigate it. That's when Kakashi happily stepped in. He explained to them his mission and they happily obliged to help him.

In a blink of an eye he was swarmed by citizens retelling their encounters with these mysterious people. They spoke of the time and place and what these people asked. Kakashi tried his best to hear everyone out and memorize what they said. Most of them talked over each other causing confusion for Kakashi. Irritated he stopped them all and forced them to speak one at a time. He turned to a plump woman who carried a basket full of vegetables. She had kind grey eyes that held motherhood experiences. Her auburn straight hair was pulled back by clips and she smiled kindly at him.

"Ma'am, continue please," Kakashi smiled at her. She nodded.

"As I was saying two days ago around mid afternoon I was on my way to pick up my kids from school. On my way there a man stopped me by the corner of my street," she pointed in the direction of her street even though they couldn't see it. "He scared me. He just popped in out of nowhere." She exasperated and took a breath. "I was weary of him, hearing all talks about these mysterious cloaked men walking about asking questions. I tried to side step him but he kept cutting me off. Reluctantly I asked him what he wanted and he began asking me series of questions about the castle." She explained.

"Questions? Do you remember these questions?" Kakashi asked. The woman nodded.

"Of course, Hatake-san." She continued her anecdote. "He asked me about the patrol schedules and how many people went on patrol at a time. He asked me about some of the castle's servants. He even asked me about you, Hatake-san!" She pointed at Kakashi and widened her eyes. "I got so scared I refused to answer his questions. He pushed on about the castle and he even grabbed me. I screamed and then," she pointed to a man across from her that Kakashi had his back faced to. Kakashi turned around to see a bearded man about his height and slightly built standing there with a gardening tool. He was covered in dirt but his expression was solid and serious. His eyes hard with years of hard labor.

"Takashi-kun, here came and chased the man away." The woman finished her story. Kakashi nodded to the man who nodded back with a small smile.

"It was nothing, Suzuka-san," Takashi smiled at her. "You've helped me lots of times with selling my vegetables. It was the least I could do." He said. The two exchanged some words before another woman began her tale of meeting the men. Kakashi studied her. She was a skinny woman, in her late 20s. She wore an apron above her dress. She was obviously a new mother. Her green eyes were tired from exhaustion. Her dirty blonde hair was in a tight bun that was slowly loosening. In her arms she carried a small child who slept on her bosom. She spoke fast.

"That man scared my little Hana," she complained. "The minute I walked by an alleyway he calls out to me and pulls me into the alleyway. He wore this long dark cloak and hid his face from me. When I tried to run another one of them pops out at me and boxes me in." She spat. Kakashi's eyebrow twitched a little. She was a feisty one. "Hana started crying when they came closer and towered over me." She patted the sleeping child on the back lightly. They asked me the same questions Suzuka-san said." She nodded at the older woman. "I refused to answer like Suzuka-san and they tried to threaten me!" Her eyes flared with rage. "The nerves of those people, when Hana began crying loudly it distracted them. I stomped on one of their feet and pushed past them in a hurry. When I turned around as I ran they were gone." The woman explained looking down at the little baby.

Kakashi nodded his head in collaboration to her story. They all sounded similar. Men cornering hem when they were alone. They were asked similar questions and they were threatened or frightened into answering questions but they all got away. None of them actually made a move. Kakashi continued to listen to their stories then thanked them for their time and headed back to the castle. Mentally he rearranged the stories and formed a list of similarities and differences. His trip back to the castle was short. Unlike the patrol guards, he didn't have to walk. Spreading his wings wide open, Kakashi flapped them a bit, warming them up before taking to the air. He relished in the cool breeze that swept his hair back and rushed past his covered face. It was just what he needed to keep his mind on track. Quietly he allowed the wind to whip away any lingering thoughts on Naruto. They were friends but now the blond was gone and he needed to focus on the task at hand. He can't be distracted.

WONDER WHAT SASUKE IS DOING

Sasuke sat by the window of his bedroom. In his hand he held Naruto's katana. Though he was in mourning for the blond Sasuke's thoughts weren't about their memories and time together. He was thinking about the inevitable war that was to come. Neji and Gaara have been stretching this out way too long. Sasuke, like Naruto, was getting tired of playing hide and seek with those two. He cast his gaze down at the katana gripped in his hand. Pulling the blade out slowly Sasuke stared at the shine ricocheting off the sun's glare. His face was stone cold as he pulled the sword out of the sheath. The sheath slid out of his hand and to the floor as he raised the sword up and examined it. He ran his finger tips over the dull edge careful of the sharp end.

We'll get them together, Naruto. Even if you're not here physically, I'll end their lives with your sword. Together we'll end them. His thoughts were sinister. Smoothly his lips curved in a smirk and his eyes shined with pleasurable violent thoughts. But he was cut off by a series of knocks at his door. His mood dampened a bit but he placed the sword on his lap and ordered the visitor through. Kakashi stepped through the door proudly and bowed to him.

"Your majesty, I have returned." He stated.

"I see that, Hatake." Sasuke deadpanned. "Well? How'd it go?" He asked.

"Those mysterious men are cowards, sire." He spat out.

"Oh?" Now Sasuke was amused. It was rare that Kakashi would express opinions on official matters, especially these opinions.

"Yes your majesty. I have done as you asked and asked around about the gossips. I have spoken to a few of the town's people about their encounters and I have come to the conclusion that these men target women and scrawny young men." Kakashi straightened his back with a scowl. "They corner them when they're alone and threaten or frighten them to the point they deem escaping is the only choice. Luckily no one was scared enough to betray any information on our Kingdom."

"What have they been asking about?" Sasuke asked him back. He faced the window and stared out into the garden where the gardeners were continuing their day.

"The patrol schedules and information on the castle's servants and warriors." Kakashi looked at him and hesitated for a moment.

"Hatake," Sasuke warned. He knew he was hesitating.

"Though they've been asking about the castle's servants and warriors these men have expressed interest in the more experienced and successful of the bunch… for example, those closest to you, your majesty." Kakashi eyed him for a reaction. But Sasuke simply picked up the sword's sheath and placed the blade back in. He turned to Kakashi.

"Are you suggesting whoever is poking around wants to cut off my strongest warriors?" He asked. Kakashi's eye went unfocused as he thought about it before bowing his head.

"I believe so, sire." Kakashi answered finally. Sasuke turned back to the window.

"Dismissed." Sasuke waved at him. Kakashi looked at him for a moment before bowing and retreating back behind the door leaving Sasuke alone once again. The raven cursed once he heard Kakashi's footsteps travel down the stairs. His fist clenched hard down onto the sword as his face screwed into a death glare. He leaned his head onto the window and stared at his own hate filled red eyes.

First Naruto and now the rest of my family! What more do you want! Sasuke shouted in his mind as he growled outwardly and punched the glass. It shattered under his force and landed in the garden. The gardeners looked up at Sasuke then down at the glass. Immediately they went to work sweeping it up and dumping it out. The raven got up from his seat and traveled to the desk on the opposite side of the room. He placed the katana on the table and stared at it.

What should I do Naruto? Should I have them protected? Or should I have then work about as if nothing is happening? He spoke mentally to the katana as if it would talk back. He hung his head with a defeated sigh.

Why are things so hard once Naruto's not here? Have I been depending on him all this time without knowing it?

A/N: Thank you for reading my story!

OK, chapter 16 all done. I was worried I was going on a hiatus again but apparently I'm back. Just updating a bit slow now a days. Now that I killed off Naruto this story is going slow for me. I'm just as bummed as everyone is about his death but I've been writing up to it since the beginning so I didn't want to change it. I want to be original and not do the whole happily ever after with no tortures what so ever that everyone else does on this site.

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