Sorry that this chapter is so late, but I have my reasons: School, pulled strings in my thighs (It hurt to go down stairs) family plans, failed Idiots Encore attempt and other things. So please enjoy this new chapter of Idiots that I'm writing on this gray day.

Pairing: Minako/ Shikamaru

I don't own either series this Fan Fiction is based on. So deal with that.

"This is Minako Aino, your new mission." Tsunade explained to a bored Shikamaru. He lazily looked at the picture she handed to him. "Currently, she's in the land of waves, and works at the Osa-P tavern as a singer."

Minako was a pretty looking blond with blue eyes that shined.
She was wearing a black dress that was sleeveless and was laced on the sides. It brought a slight pink to Shikamaru's cheeks.

"I've received word that the Akatsuki plans to kidnap and kill her. Shikamaru, I'm trusting you with this delicate mission. Don't let her get kidnapped, and bring her back healthy and in one piece, got it?"

He grunted in response and turned to start the mission. "A girl that'll be kidnapped? What a drag." When he approached the gate, he bumped into Ino. "Hey Shikamaru! What'cha doing?"

"Oh, hey Ino. I have to rescue some girl that's gonna get kidnapped." Ino's eyes widened. "Oh gosh, that's terrible! I hope you bring her back! Nobody should ever harm a young girl with a future with men! Wait, she is a young girl, right?" Shikamaru handed over Minako's picture.

"Oh my god, she's beautiful! I'd kill to look as skinny as her! And those eyes? To die for!"

"Heh, don't get so amazed since you can't look as good," He joked. She grew a vein mark.

"What was that? Grr, I'm gonna murder you for insulting me!" Shikamaru just quickly ran to the gate. 'Minako Aino, 'Pretty girl of Love'...man, this girl, whoever she is, sure seems to represent beauty.'

Transition...

"We have an excellent show for everyone today!" Michiru Kaioh, the owner of Osa-P tavern, exclaimed. "Tonight, we're featuring acts from Rei Hino, amateur Usagi Tsukino, ad your favorite, Minako Aino!" Everyone applauded and whistled. Shikamaru went "Pfft" and looked at the stage set for all the performances.

"So without further ado, I present to you, the wonderful and very sexy, Rei Hino!" People clapped again and this "Rei hino" stepped on the stage. 'She's not as good as Minako...wait, what?' Shikamaru thought, slightly worried. Did he just think that?

Rei smiled as some music started to play. "I call this song, Like a Dream[1]!" She started to sing, and it was really strong and positive. Shikamaru found himself nodding to the music. Next was Usagi. 'She's kind of cute..' She timidly smiled at everyone and waved. "Today I'll be singing a song I wrote myself, called Depends on the Mood I'm In[2]." This song was nice too, her sweet voice suddenly became one of a mature woman.

(And I like this song very much, so deal with it.)

"I can be whoever I want to

Anyone at all!

I can strut when I want to strut.

Happy? Add a parasol.

It all depends on the mood I'm wearing,

It all depends on the mood I'm in.

I can be beautiful or truly outrageous!

It all depends on the mood I'm in!

"You're getting pretty red, huh?"

"...It's not any of your business, Kisame." Kisame? As in the shark man from the Akatsuki? Shikamaru quickly turned around, but didn't see anything. 'They're here? Dammit!'

"...It all depends, on the mood I'm in!" Usagi finished, smiling from the audience's applause. Some shouts were, "Go Usagi!" "This is your best yet!" "You're almost as good as Minako!" She winked and hopped off the stage. Michiru walked onto the stage and smiled brightly.

"Isn't she growing up quick? She use to come here every week to practice for that big day when she turned 19. You know who else did that? Oh, I think you know. Give a big hand for your favorite gal around, Minako Aino!" Minako walked on the stage and waved.

"Hello, everyone! I'm here to sing a very good song that you'll like, Love is Doing it To Me[3]!"

"Why all the confusion?

All these questions in my mind.

Only one conclusion

One conclusion I can find.

Love is doing it to me, yeah!

Love is doing it me, love is do-"

Suddenly all the lights shut off. Everyone moved around and screamed. Shikamaru quickly stood up and ran to the stage. "Minako-san!" She wasn't there. He could faintly hear, "Let me go! Get off! At least let me finish for my fans!" Shikamaru ran towards the source of her voice. 'Don't worry, I'm coming for you!'

Transition...

"Geez, don't ever be so rough when handling a girl!" Minako scolded Kisame as he set her by a tree. "Why did you kidnap me anyways? Is it because *gasp* you think I'm beautiful?" She twirled her hair and smiled flirtatiously at Itachi. "Well, you're good looking yourself..."

"Do you ever shut up? And I think he likes your friend, that Usa girl, better," Kisame bluntly said. Minako made an anime shocked face and falsely cried.

"No fair! She gets all the attention now just because she's young and fresh! Sheesh, no one cares for the experienced entertainers, huh? I can be just as cute as she is!" Kisame and Itachi rubbed their temples. What exactly did Pein want with her?

"Someone's there," Itachi suddenly muttered, turning towards a nearby bush. The suspense was for nothing, since a rabbit suddenly popped out. "Oh, a rabbit. You know what they say about them?" Kisame suggested, chuckling. The rabbit exploded, catching them in the process.

"Eh? What the hell! Th-that thing just-boom! Whoa!" Minako rapidly exclaimed. Shikamaru ran forward, wrapping the two stunned Shinobi in twine. "I rigged it with paper bombs, so move wisely!" He explained, frowning. "M-m..." He turned lazily to the blond. "My hero!" Her arms flung around him, and before he could say, "No," Minako kissed Shikamaru right on the lips. He blushed.

"Whatever, let's just-" Kisame and Itachi were gone. "Crap. I'm supposed to take you to Konoha for shelter, so come with me."

"Eh? No way! I can't just give up and turn away all my loyal fans! And what about my spot? That darned Usagi's gonna steal my spot!" Shikamaru sighed. It was gonna be a long walk home...

Transition...

"I'm glad to see you are well, Lady Aino. Tell me, how was the trip with Shikamaru?" They looked at each other and blushed. "Well...

She tried to catch her breath. Who knew Shikmamaru could take so much energy out of her?

"That went better than last time..." Minako admitted. He grinned and wrapped his arm around her. It was nightime already and they were laying on a grassy hill.

"Yeah...Hey, your skin looks nice under the moon." She blushed and lightly punched him.

"St-stop it! And you look pretty...hard." He scowled and pushed her lightly. "Better than soft, huh?" Shikamaru asked, getting on top of her for the third time that day.

"It was nice, we got along," She muttered. "Good. You two look very happy together," Tsunade commented, smirking.

"O-oh, we're not...are we?" Shikamaru bent down closely to her ear. "Oh, I'd say we are."

Finished! Man, am I beat! I feel so sleepy and need a nice long rest. Again, sorry for not updating sooner, but this is longer to make up for that. Next pairing?

Usagi and Kakashi or Usagi and Naruto? You decide.

[1] From season 3 of the popular 80's cartoon, Jem and The Holograms.

[2] Another Jem song. I really like this, and here it is to listen: (dot)com/watch?v=Ml2OTHbBbHI Just replace the (dot) with an actual .

[3] Yet another Jem song! Basically I like Jem.