Madara stared at the label intently for several minutes, actually cooperating without any snide remarks when the others asked him to decipher it. Zetsu pursed his lips, "Well?"

The raven sighed, "I'm not sure." Hidan slammed his head on the table, "FUCK!" Madara rolled his eyes, "Just because I'm not familiar with this particular brand doesn't mean I don't have an idea."

"Do you really?" His friend smiled at him, "Yes. It looks awfully similar to a past label that I knew long ago but I'll have to search for more info though." Kakuzu grunted, "When are planning on doing this?"

Itachi gave the miser a warning look but Madara had already overlooked it. "Now since you asked. If my assumptions are correct we need to act quickly." Kisame narrowed his eyes, "What do you mean?"

"If this label is the same as the one I'm thinking about…..no, I'll wait. No reason to cause you lot any more stress, I'll be back in a few hours. Zetsu, you know what to do." "Right."

Sasori frowned, eyeing Madara suspiciously when they left. "Is it just me or did he seem more than willing to do this?" Deidara agreed, "He didn't even make smart ass remarks to us either un."

Hidan growled, "Probably has something up his fucking sleeve." Itachi murmured, "Figures."

*Zetsu was out scouting the entire terrain using his mayfly technique, keeping his ears open for anything that could help locate his lover and friend.

"I can't believe he didn't pay us the full amount for getting those two!" Zetsu cocked an eyebrow and saw three men walking down the path in the wood where he was. "Calm down Daichi! You should be grateful we got this much since we fucked up."

The stouter one grumbled, "Yeah but what I can't understand is why he wanted that boy with that stupid orange mask." That got Zetsu's full attention and he followed, almost like a predator stalking his prey.

The one called Daichi laughed, "He's cute that's why, mental affairs doesn't matter just as long as he's a good fuck."

How dare they mock my Tobi! Calm down, we don't know for sure if that happened. Besides, we can't blow our cover.

The second man sighed, "Well, too bad we couldn't get the blonde though. He was very cute, I wouldn't have minded to fuck that tight ass." Deidara?

Daichi snorted, "Same here but that damn red head had to come along." "I hate to admit it but there was something terrifying about him. Must've been that vague expression and cold eyes." That has to be Sasori they're referring to.

The first smirked, "Wish we could have pounded at least one of them into the ground before they were to be sold off." Sold off?

Daichi growled, "Stupid Arashi! That business of his makes us do their dirty work and don't even get to fuck a bitch! That little one would have been a good one."

"I agree, but those blue eyes were something else. Beautiful." Olivia no doubt. The men walked on without any more words spoken, aside from a few grumbles, so Zetsu stopped. I do believe we hit the jackpot. Let's report to Madara.

*A few hours had passed when Madara returned, after having met up with Zetsu; both victorious in their quest but yet not due to the circumstances.

Kakuzu forced Hidan to sit still as they listened impatiently, "What did you find?"

Madara leaned back in his seat and crossed both arms and legs. "It's just as I feared." Kisame snapped, "Well spill it!" He gave the swordsman a glare but continued, "That label was indeed the same one I knew of many years ago but with a few changes to the design. The man that owned those cigars, as well as his workers, belonged to only one business."

Deidara frowned, "Cigars that were manufactured specifically for just one company un?" "Yes, that shows superiority of their company, ensuring that it's not to be reckoned with since they can afford such trivial things."

Kakuzu hesitated before asking, "What business did the label belong to?" Madara glanced over at Zetsu, "What I'm about to say will rile you up I'm sure so don't jump to conclusions when I tell you. There is more info Zetsu needs to relay to you as well."

They stiffly nodded before the raven told the worst, "It belongs to the owner and associates of the most powerful and popular whorehouse in the tri state area."

Hidan punched the floor angrily and Kakuzu didn't hold his temper back this time, he took his out on the wall. "Damn it!" Zetsu placed a hand on Kakuzu's shoulder and spoke softly, "I know exactly how you feel and what you're thinking but listen to what I have to say."

Deidara wasn't taking it easy either as Sasori put an arm around him whispering, "Calm down."

Itachi already had a hold on Kisame's hand, stroking his thumb with his own at an attempt to keep him from hitting something as well.

Zetsu quickly regained their full attention on the matter, "According to what I overheard from some men that obviously worked there, Tobi and Olivia are to be sold off." "Is that suppose to fucking make us feel better?"

"Use your head! If they are to be sold off they won't be defiled yet." Madara clarified, "This isn't just a whorehouse! It also runs an illegal black market to sell off some of their merchandises as sex slaves once a month."

Kisame growled, "If that's the case then why hasn't it been shut down?" "Only certain individuals know this secret, friends in high places so to speak, and fortunately, I have access to get in." Sasori huffed, "That doesn't surprise me."

"Keep giving me lip and I'll change my mind." Zetsu frowned at him, "Madara, don't be like that please. For my sake." Madara scowled, I hate it when he gives me that sad face. He took some deep breaths before continuing, "Now, Tobi and Olivia are safe until the next auction which is tomorrow night."

"That soon!" Kakuzu groaned and tried to calm Hidan as well, who was slightly rocking back and forth in fury. "Chill!"

The raven smirked, "The location is maybe fifty miles from here and I know how to get in and out effectively without any confrontation."

Hidan snapped, "Why can't we just fucking bust in and get them out!" "For the simple fact you wouldn't get them back!"

Itachi nodded, "If we barge in we'll arouse attention and they could be taken elsewhere, leaving us slim hope of finding them again. The black markets are not to be underestimated."

"Exactly, not only that, this facility has tons of skilled shinobi guarding inside and out, some even in disguise as customers to rule out the imposters. Every precaution has been taken into consideration to ensure nothing like that happens, or any rescue mission at that!"

"Also, according to Madara, no one is allowed inside unless their chakra has been sealed by their jutsu." "Another precaution to limit trouble. Once you leave your jutsu automatically returns, but inside…nothing."

Kisame sighed, "So we're at a disadvantage to no end. I take it they can use their chakra though right?" Madara nodded, "Yes, the only way to make this work is my way."

Kakuzu grumbled, "What's the plan?"

"To put it simply, I'll go in as a customer, choose one, and then leave with my purchase." Zetsu cocked a brow, "Only one?"

"Yes, customers are only allowed to make one purchase; therefore, I need one of you to accompany me. It's actually better that way."

Kakuzu volunteered, "I'll go." "No I fucking will!" Madara sat back, "No. I decide who goes." "Bullshit un!" "There are reasons for this choice so shut up and listen!"

"Thank you Kuro. Well I'm going to rule out all the ones that can't go and give the reasons."

He points at Zetsu and Kisame, "You two would stand out like a sore thumb and attract way too much attention."

Zetsu nodded as did Kisame. "Hidan's definitely a no because of his mouth. This is a sophisticated place and won't tolerate that attitude of his."

Hidan snorted, "Sophisticated my fucking ass!" "That's exactly why. You can't keep your mouth shut!"

Hidan glared but didn't say anything. "Deidara could work but he's just too tempting to bring and since they wanted him instead of Olivia anyway…..not a good idea obviously"

The blonde sighed and huffed. "Kakuzu, being a businessman you would work, but I wouldn't bring you if my life depended on it." "Why?"

"Simple, you're a tightwad when it comes to money and with this place you have to spend it like it was nothing no matter what the cost. You couldn't do it without giving yourself away." Kisame smirked, "That's true."

"Now, that leaves you two." Sasori and Itachi sat there grim face wearing frowns. "You both keep level heads, don't let your emotions take over, and know how to be refined. However, Sasori is ruled out."

The red head glared, "What's my defect then?" "You just look too young and those workers saw you lead Deidara away so that would cause suspicion." "He does have a point Danna un."

"That leaves Itachi to accompany me." "No." "Pardon?" "I won't go, not with you."

Hidan jumped up, "You fucking have to!" Kisame placed a hand on his shoulder, "Do it for Olivia and Tobi. They need your help Itachi."

The raven stiffened but relaxed under his lover's touch, "Fine."

Madara nodded, "I'll give you all the intellect I know and we'll go over the plan I have tomorrow morning, but we must be ready by the night." "Right."

"We might as well consider this a mission." The long haired raven nodded then grew serious,

"Now that's done with let me say one thing. If we screw up on this mission, there won't be a second chance to get them back."

To be continued: