The next day, the plan was now being put into action.
Casana and Taiyo were each bringing Shippo and Teah over to the lake, where the plan was for them to have a place alone to meet up and talk things out. And also, the place that was their first date.
"It might rain later, said the weatherman, but I think you'll be good for a while." Casana said, leading Shippo by the wrist.
Shippo blinked then stared at the girl. "Where in the hell are you taking me? I…I don't want to go anywhere" The boy didn't leave the house at all till Casana forced him out and he was not very happy about it.
"Silence, foolish mortal. You'll thank us later." The brunette winked.
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"Taiyo, I can walk myself!" Teah whined, trying to release the other girl's grip from her wrist with no avail.
Taiyo giggled and kept walking. "Don't worry Teah-chan it's for your own good!!" She led the girl over towards the lake and gave a wink. "You'll thank us."
"Somehow I doubt it." Teah muttered.
--
Some time later, the girls arrived at the lake, and once at a safe distance away from each other, they scurried off and hid behind a few nearby trees.
"Now we wait." Casana whispered to Taiyo with a wink.
--
Teah stood there, dumbfounded and wondering why Taiyo had just left her there. She had brought her to the lake for whatever reason. Shaking her head, she headed toward a spot she liked to sit by when she came here, and then noticed she wasn't alone.
"Sh-Shippo?"
The said boy had been lending against the tree. At the sound of his name he turned and turned a new shade of pale. "T-Teah" He gulped lightly and without thinking walked over to the girl, but stopped about a foot away from her. "Teah….I_i mean…you….I'm sorry!"
Her heart wrenched at seeing him so broken like this. It wasn't like him at all, and she couldn't bear to see him like this. Teah approached him slowly and locked her eyes with his.
"It's okay, it's okay." She said softly and hugged him tightly. "I understand. You can tell me everything, I said I'd listen to you, and that's what I'll do. I love you, and I don't want to give you up, or what we had. I know this is hard, but you can talk to me about it, I'm here for you."
Not thinking he wrapped his arms around the girl and held her close, gently closing his eyes. It felt good to hold her again. It had only been a short time they were apart but still, after thinking he'd never see her again this was a miracle. 'Teah….I'm not going to lie to you. Yes I did steal and all that crap and I even killed that guy. I don't regret it because I had too" He held her closer and gently kissed her forehead. "Come" He grabbed her hand and led her to the rivers edge where he sat with her.
"My true reason for moving here is rather odd. A few years back when I lived in Tokyo I tried to rob this hotel room with for sisters and well they were still in the room and I got my ass kicked by this chick named Cho and her sister Ayame. They were gonna beat me to a pulp then bring me to the police, but stopped when the youngest of the four begged them to let me speak. After that I explained my past and they had mercy, a bit at least. Cho said the only way she would let me live is if I used my strength in a good way. That's how I got my current job as a bodyguard of the little sister who saved me. Taiyo."
He touched the girls hand and stared up at her with worried eyes. "The reason I killed that man was cause he was going to do the same to her, I had no choice…..Please tell me your not scared…." If she was scared of the silver haired boy he would never be able to forgive himself.
Her eyes widened with surprise as she listened to the story, nodding occasionally. Now she understood, and although she was shocked, it didn't scare her all that much.
"So...you didn't really murder the guy out of a sick mental state, you killed him to protect someone." Teah realized. "Well, I can't say I'm not shocked, but, I'm not scared. You were trying to protect someone, just like you would do in self defense. Maybe you did some things that are often frowned upon, but, the past doesn't matter, because the only time is now. Since I've known you, you have done nothing but be so good to me and everyone you cared about. Sure you're a troublemaking prankster, but that's nothing. I never saw a hint of any kind of betrayal or intent on harm, you were always that genuine sweet and charming guy I fell in love with, and still love." She smiled a little and played with a strand of his hair. "I don't care about your past, because my love for you means more than any kind of mistake you've made in the past. After all, you've become a good person and that's more than any kind of criminal could face."
Shippo couldn't even find words. He embraced the girl and gave her a passionate kiss. When he pulled away, he could only utter 3 words that always came to mind when he thought of the girl, and whispered them in her ear. "I love you"
"I love you too." She whispered back. "Always."
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Taiyo looked at Casana and smiled. "They're so cute together!"
"They are." Casana murmured and wiped a tear from her eye. "I still swear they fell in love the moment they met."
Taiyo giggled and nodded. "Yea, we should leave them be. Come on, lets go find your boy-toy."
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A few weeks passed since the whole ordeals occurred, and the weather was growing colder and promising snow, since December was soon approaching. Midterms came and passed, resulting in hilarious situations.
On the other hand, there was a small problem on the rise, and it wasn't addressed let alone known about.
Fugaku was completely unaware that his own sons were both bisexual and dating boys. Even though he was a cop, he just didn't see any signs at all. As far as he was concerned, the boys didn't like anyone, since they never spoke of their love lives.
Itachi often went out to meet Fai, or go to his house, and sometimes would have him at the mansion, completely secret from his father or when he was on duty.
Sasuke did the same with Naruto, and he kept cool with him when they were in public or in the presence of his father, but alone, they went all out.
On this particular day after school, Itachi brought Fai back and they had retired to his room, under the pretense that they were doing homework, working on a project and talking, when really, they were doing more.
Sasuke also brought Naruto back to the house, and they went to the basement to play some video games and on the Foozeball table. Fugaku was on duty until late in the evening, so they had the mansion to themselves this evening.
Itachi smiled gently and kissed Fai's forehead, twirling some of the flamboyant boy's blonde locks in his fingers as they layed stretched out on his bed. His dark eyes gazed over the boy's body before kissing his neck. He was lucky up till now his father hadn't found out about Fai but he still worried. He had been spending much time with Fai and barely any studying, so his grades were staring to fall.
The boy knew it was only a matter of time till his father comforted him about his drop in grades, not to mention that fact that lately his time with Fai had doubled so he wouldn't be home till late in the evening. Till that time, Itachi was going to enjoy the time he had with his beloved blonde.
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In the basement Sasuke was having similar thoughts about his own blonde. He was currently owning at Foozeball so he's mind was free to wonder while he let Naruto try to catch up to his score. The pair hadn't actually stated they were dating yet, but he knew it was painfully clear their feelings. He gazed up at the whiskered boy and smiled gently.
"Naruto….I was talking with Deidara and Sasori today. They want to know…well um…They keep asking me to tell them whether we're a couple are not" His eyes shifted away and stared at the wall, but a faint blush spread on his cheeks as he spoke. "So…I was thinking about it a lot. We pretty much are….right?"
"Well sure we are, Sasuke! Believe it!" Naruto grinned at him. "It's pretty obvious to both of us, and sure I didn't think I would, but I can't help but like you like I do!" He let go of the hand controls and went around the table and hugged him. "You don't have any idea how glad I am that we're together, believe it!"
Neither of them could really explain how it happened, it just seemed to naturally fall into place and come together. It was as if it just happened in a snap.
But they weren't complaining either, since they were happy as can be.
From behind the boy's there was a light cough and Sasuke quickly turned, though relaxed when he saw the gentle smile and warm eyes that could only belong to his mother. She had her arms crossed and was lending on the doorframe, watching the boys. After a moment she walked over and placed a hand on both of the boy's heads. "Hey boys! I made some lunch for you alright?" Giving each their hairs a soft ruffle she walked to the door before gazing back, her smile a bit of a smirk. "You two make a very cute couple"
Sasuke's jaw dropped as he watched his mother walk up the stairs, then stared at Naruto. "How did she….know?"
"Beats me, Sasuke!" Naruto shrugged. "Maybe she overheard us? But whatever, I'm starving! Let's go get some food! We're-a-coming Mrs. Uchiha! Chow time!" Then he stopped short. "...Does your dad know, Sasuke?"
Sasuke stared at the boy like her had grown a second head. "Are you kidding me? I wouldn't tell him if I had a gun to my head!!! He'd kill me!" the boy sighed and shook his head. Grabbing Naruto's hand he led him up the stairs and into the kitchen.
In the kitchen Itachi and Fai were sitting at the table. Spotting his brother Itachi smiled lightly. "Hey, haven't seen you in a long time kid. You and your boyfriend too busy having 'fun' downstairs?"
"B-Brother!!!"
"Sure we were!" Said Naruto, not catching on. "I kicked Sasuke's butt at Grand Theft Auto and Foozeball! Not to mention at Halo 3! Believe it!"
"Well, looks like someone's getting better."
They all turned to the doorway to see Minato Namikaze, Naruto's father. Like Naruto, he had spiked blonde hair, blue eyes, and the same foxy smile that Naruto wore a lot. He was also the Mayor of Shinobiville.
"Oh, hey dad!" Naruto grinned. "What are you doing here?"
"I came to discuss a few cases that concern me with Fugaku." Minato replied. "And I heard you guys in here so I came to see what's up."
"Everything's going awesome, dad! Believe it!" Naruto declared.
Minato laughed, ruffling his son's hair. "Ah, that's my boy. Always having fun. Well I'll leave you guys to your fun. I'll take you back home later." He waved and then left the room to join Fugaku in his study.
"You see that, you guys?! That's my dad! The Mayor of this town! And someday, I'm gonna be Mayor just like him! Believe it!"
Both Uchiha sons greeted the man politely causing their mother to smile. As the man walked away, Fai smirked and, never being one to hold back, spoke suddenly. "Damn Naruto I never get over how hot your father is"
Itachi chuckled gently and playfully swatted the boy. "Down boy." He turned back to Naruto and smiled gently. "That's a great dream Naruto. Will you make Sasuke your first lady?"
"Damn it Itachi!!!"
"Be nice boys."
"Hell yeah he'll be my first lady! Believe it!" Naruto grabbed Sasuke to him and gave him a big kiss with the other boys laughing in the background.
They didn't seem to notice their fathers in the doorway...
Fugaku stared in shock at the sight of his son, his SON kissing a BOY. His eyes went wide and his jaw tightened. "SASUKE! What in the HELL are you doing?!"
At the sound of his father's voice Sasuke quickly pulled away and stared up at his father in shock. "F-father…I-I" his voice trailed off and he took a step back. His fathers anger was in his only fear in life. Seeing this, and being the way he was, Itachi quickly stood and stepped between his father and younger brother. No one, not even his father, yelled at Sasuke.
"Father I ask you please do not raise your voice before our guests this is a family matter"
"FAMILY MATTER?! Itachi, your little brother was kissing a BOY!!"
"Ya well so do I!" The eldest Uchiha was shocked by his own words and went paler then usual. Fai cast Itachi a worried glance and stood, but walked over to Naruto, placing a reassuring hand on the boys shoulder.
Claming a bit, Fugaku rubbed his temple and gazed at his wife. "Did you know about this Mikoto?" She was silent, then gave a nod. The man frowned and gazed at oldest blonde in the room. "You Minato?"
Minato nodded. "Yes, Fugaku. I knew that our sons were dating each other."
"Hey Mr. Uchiha! Sasuke and I are happy together, and in fact, so are Itachi and Fai! Any real father would accept who his children would go out with no matter who they are! As long as they're happy, why would you stand in their way!?" Naruto yelled.
"Naruto-" Minato began.
"I'm not putting up with this! Sasuke and Itachi deserve better treatment than that! They're your sons! It shouldn't matter if they're bisexual! They're still your sons and always will be!"
Fugaku stared at the boy in utter shock, unable to speak. His wife sure was. She walked over and smiled gently at Naruto then looked at her husband. "Dear…I've known all along and I support them. You should too" The man stared, then let out a sigh of defeat. "…Are you truly happy?"
Both boys nodded at once.
He cast a glance at his friend and wife then groaned. "Fine. Naruto is right…..I have to let go…" the words were a bit forced, but said none the less.
Fai let out a cheer and gently kissed Itachi's cheek. Sasuke smiled and slung an arm around naruto.
Fugaku sighed and gently shook his head, but gave his friend and wife a smile. "Maybe, with your help, I can get…use to this?"
Minato laughed and nodded. "Sure thing, Fugaku."
"All right! Believe it!" Naruto gave the peace sign, and pretty soon everyone in the room was laughing.
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Her eyes adjusted, and she blinked them open to clear her blurred vision. For some strange reason, she was in the middle of a forest, a forest she didn't quite recognize.
"Where....where am I...?"
Teah shakily stood, and then took note of her strange red, white and black attire accompanied by fishnet and a strange holster around her leg. It didn't make sense.
Looking around the forest, up ahead, she spotted Sasuke and Naruto, standing opposite of each other. They too were dressed quite differently, and they looked about to square off in some kind of a duel.
"S-Sasuke?! Naruto!" She called out, but they didn't seem to hear her. "Hey! Guys! Hey!"
"Well...if it isn't my foolish little cousin descending from on high to mingle with the commoners..."
Teah whirled around, and her eyes widened at seeing Itachi. But he looked different, his eyes were scarlet and he had a black, high-collared cloak with Akatsuki clouds on them.
"I-Itachi!?"
That was when she saw the rest of the Akatsuki gang standing near them, and like Itachi, they too wore the strange cloaks.
"W-What's going on here?!"
--
Teah's eyes shot open and she awoke with a start in her bed, panting hard. She looked around her, seeing her in her room. It had been a dream.
A dream...just a dream...odd...
She ran a hand through her hair and wiped the sweat off her forehead. It was over now, but the dream was still bugging her. What could it have meant?
"Something's not right here...I can tell." She said to herself.
--
Shippo, who was laying out on the roof of his house with his roommate felt like something was off. Sensing his discomfort, Taiyo passed him his cell and with a quick thank you he texted Teah.
Yo Teah, ya ok?.....I had a strange feeling…
--
Her cell phone that was sitting on her bedside table suddenly went off, since it was recharging. Blinking and still a bit asleep, she reached for it and saw the text.
"...Shippo felt it too...?"
Quickly she texted him back.
Wow, you must be psychic. But I'm okay, don't worry. 3
I just had the weirdest dream. I dreamt I was in this forest, and I saw Naruto and Sasuke standing opposite of each other as if about to face off in some kind of a duel. And Itachi was there, along with the rest of the Akatsuki gang, but they were all wearing cloaks with the red clouds on them, and there was an evil aura coming from them. I was in strange clothing and so were Sasuke and Naruto.
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Heh strange….Itachi evil?? I doubt he would hurt you…..
Shippo stared at the stars then shrugged. How strange such a dream had to be….
With a sigh he stood and bid his friend farewell before heading into the house. He often had dreams as well, but of the past. He never dreamed, only had nightmares. That is until he met Teah. The girl brought some kind of peace within him….
Pushing those thoughts aside he started to make himself some tea.
--
True, maybe not in real life, but in that dream I could swear I sensed a great evil coming from him. And his eyes...oh God, those eyes...they were horrible. They were red, dripping with blood lust and looking right into you. And-
Teah sighed and closed her eyes, thinking for a moment. But that was a big mistake, because she now saw another dream-like vision.
"I'm afraid that you don't stand a ghost of a chance in a battle against me." The girl in the black cloak with the red clouds laughed, and then turned around to reveal to be Casana, only her eyes were not blue, but pink with four strange swirling marks pointing diagonally toward the pupil. And her normally sweet face was twisted into an evil grin. "I know what move you'll make before you even make it..."
Her phone fell out of her hand and Teah hunched over, her eyes widening.
"Those...those eyes...they were..."
All of a sudden she felt faint and fell to the floor.
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Itachi, who was rather restless, headed over to his cousins house. Needless to say, he was highly shocked to see her unconscious, and worried. "Teah!!!" The boy ran to her side and gently helped the girl up onto the bed. Checking her forehead, he gently shook her shoulder. "Teah? Teah!!"
The younger Uchiha didn't respond, her skin was a bit clammy and her breathing was shallow.
Hearing the commotion, Iliyani came into the bedroom as she was adjusting the belt of her robe.
"I-Itachi? What's going on?" She asked her nephew, puzzled. When she saw her daughter in her unconscious state, she immediately rushed to her side. "Orivia, Orivia! Sweetheart? Speak to me! Come on!"
Still no response.
"Itachi, call 911 immediately! I think something is wrong with her." Iliyani said, her voice trembling. "Go, hurry!"
Itachi nodded and pulled out his cell and quickly dialed. After a few words he looked at his aunt. "They're on their way" He kneeled and looked at his cousin with worried eyes before looking at his aunt. "Has this happened before?"
"Only a couple of times, when she was younger." Iliyani said, worriedly. "I think the strange attacks are coming back again. The doctors said it was some kind of a mental state with stressful levels, but I think it's something else."
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Shippo got a strange feeling, and despite the fact he'd get yelled at by her mother, he rushed from the house and towards Teah's.