Previously on ATDMO:KABOOM!!!!!!
There was a huge explosion that went off. Random debris hit my back as I curled up into a ball (Fetal Position!!) and covered my ears from the extremely loud blast. My eyes were snapped shut and I refused to open them! Not even after the noises were gone, except for the eerie hiss of dust and dirt settling onto the ground.
nononoNoNoNONONOONO!

"UGH! I'm out of here!" I yelled and got up. Tobi and Lee both shrugged and waved goodbye as I picked up my orange notebook and stomped over the broken chairs and tables and ceiling pieces as I made my way towards the door.
I took one last look in the demolished room before shaking my head and walking down the hall.

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And The Devil Marches On!

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Chapter 23

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Naruto's POV

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"Kiba quit ittt!"

"No."

"Gah! KIBBAAAA, that hurts dammit!"

"Good! Take it, bitch!"

"What the hell did you just call me?!"

"Nothing…"

"Let. Go!"

"Not until you tell me where the hell you were during lunch! Ya know how worried Akamaru and I were!? We thought those bullies had you again or something!"

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry! Please let me gooo!"

"That doesn't answer the question, Naruto."

"Oh, shove it Neji! If you two don't let me go then I'm going to scream 'rape'!" I whined pitifully as my attackers gave my head another hard noogie. Damn, I hate getting noogies! And Kiba's knuckles were friggin sharp!

But seriously-I couldn't believe that I, the amazing Naruto Uzumaki, had been caught off guard by these two loudmouths! (Yes, I know I'm being hypocritical, shuddup!)

Well anyway…

One minute I was walking down the hall from Deidara's class-which is still a complete disaster by the way-, and I was on my way to Kyuubi's classroom to give him a piece of my mind! (Meaning I wanted to interrogate him about my father, like Tsunade had suggested) But NOOOOO!

Two steps-hear that? TWO steps-away from my destination, and I get jumped by Neji and Kiba. Which, don't get me wrong, I like 'em and all, but I had serious business to attend to at the moment!

"Okay! Okay.. I'll tell you!" I whimpered in defeat, unable to take the 'torture' AKA Kiba's knuckles.

I let out a sigh of relief as their strong arms untangled themselves from me and I was finally able to stand upright. I dusted my pants off and then glared at the two with my arms crossed over my chest.

Oh yeah~ I totally look badass right now.

"I had to serve a lunch detention in Orochimaru-sensei's class." I grumbled, but took pleasure in watching their faces turn from curious to utterly horrified.

"H-he didn't do anything to you… did he?" Kiba asked hesitantly, knowing full well that this kind of thing was a touchy subject for me, since I had told him about the whole Itachi incident.

Which I thought was pretty sweet of him-to be worried about me and know when to be wary about certain topics. Neji also looked ready to beat Orochimaru up, which made me roll my eyes.

"No. He wasn't even in the classroom. I have a sneaky suspicion that he went home to sell my pants on Ebay. And even if he was in the classroom, Sasuke was there with me, so everything's cool, the teme even went and got me some pants to wear." I explained while pointing down at the sweatpants that Sasuke had, oh-so-graciously, got for me.

Huh… That's funny. They looked kinda jealous just now. Are they jealous of me being with Sasuke?

AHA!

I get it now!

Kiba and Neji have a crush on the teme! HAHA! Well they can have him, I'm sure as hell not going to be with that cockatoo-headed-snob-flirty-handsome-no good-emotionless-stuck up-bratty-… snob. HMF!

Wait… I think I said snob twice.

Dammit!

Now I have to start all over.

That cocka-

My musings were cut short when I suddenly heard a small 'yip' come from beside my feet. I looked down and smiled brightly at the smallish dog that was looking up at me and wagging his tail happily.

"Ahhwzzz! Hello there Akamaru!" I squeed before snatching up the pup and cradling him in my arms. I stopped smothering the pup when I saw Kiba and Neji exchange confused glances.

"He took… your pants?" Neji had on a look of curiosity as he spoke the question that was on his and Kiba's mind.

"Yeah! …Well it's not like he just came up and pantsed me, if that's what you're thinking. You see, I had to take them off because his damn snake went and decided to crawl up my pants. And I had to take them off in order to dislodge the stupid thing from my leg! Sai and Sasuke were there, they can vouch for me." I explained while fidgeting.

I had to constantly pet Akamaru's coarse fur to keep myself from just ditching my friends to go find Kyuubi.

"Well, okay, anyway. Everyone was having this conversation at lunch, so Neji and I got really curious, so we want to ask you something." Kiba explained as he reached over and also began petting the puppy.

I looked to see Neji nodding in agreement before motioning for Kiba to continue.

"Well we wanted to know if you've ever had a first kiss."

My eyes went a little wide and I watched, speechless, as both teens looked away with a slight blush.

Okay, this is awkward…

But, may as well tell them the truth.

"Yes I have…" I said, though a little quietly.

I was hoping that they hadn't heard me, but, judging by their curious looks, they heard me perfectly.

"Oh? Who was it? Anybody that we know?"

Neji interrogated.

I'm pretty sure that if I looked in a mirror, I would see my blue eyes wide, my mouth gaping slightly, and I would be clutching Akamaru as if my life depended on it.

So all-in-all, I had the 'deer-in-headlights' expression… plus a blush.

"I-… uh well…"

I looked both ways for an escape, but was distressed to find that I was slowly being backed up against the lockers as my two interrogators continued stepping forward.

They were both towering over me now. Though, they didn't seem as threatening as they could've been because of those playful smirks that were set upon their lips.

C'mon, Naruto, you can do this… It's not like they would do anything to the guy anyway. Pffbt…

But then again…

No!

Just tell them!

Tell them and run away!

"Y-yeah I've had my first kiss…" I admitted, and shut my mouth, hoping that they would just leave it at that.

But-like I've mentioned before-Fate's a bitch!

"Who was it?" Kiba asked, his face turning blank.

I don't know what exactly to say about this new side of Kiba I was currently seeing.

Usually he was loud and demanding, but now…

I don't know how to explain it.

And I can't say much about Neji, since I barely know the guy.

That's when I noticed Kiba raising his fist, sharp knuckles jutting out threateningly, and slowly making its way towards my recently abused blonde head.

"OKAY OKAY! I'll tell you! No more noogies!" I wailed as I brought up Akamaru to cover my head, like he was some sort of helmet.

They both smiled in triumph and waited patiently for me to speak.

"Well… it was… well uhm… ItWasSaiButIDidn'! AndOh-My-GodIsThatKyuubi? GuessIHaveToGo, See ya!" I quickly rushed out what I was saying, and before either of them could fully process what I said, I bolted around the corner where I had seen a familiar head of long red hair disappear.

"K-Kyuubi-sensei! Wait!" I called as I ran after said teacher, not even noticing when Akamaru started barking frantically, my mind was already on a one-way track with the fact that I needed to ask him about my father.

However, Kyuubi didn't even acknowledge my presence as I continued to follow him, which made me growl in irritation.

No one ignores Naruto Uzumaki!!

I was about to give Kyuubi an earful, but stopped myself when he made a sudden turn. I immediately stepped to follow-almost tripping as I did-and hesitated when I saw that he going up the stairs that led to the rooftop. I gulped audibly and braced myself before bolting up after Kyuubi-sensei.

I was on a mission, and I'd be damned if I was going to be stopped now when I was so close to finally knowing about my Father.

Iruka never really talked about him, though he did tell me about the blue crystal necklace and how it was once my Father's.

But knowing only that wasn't enough.

And what made me even more curious was the fact that Iruka was so adamant about not telling me anything about him.

Iruka would always make up an excuse and say stuff like 'I never really knew your father all that well' which even I could tell was a boldfaced lie.

"Kyuubi-sensei!" I called again once I made it through the door and out into the sunlight. I roamed my eyes around the large rooftop until I spotted that familiar mess of red hair. I quickly sped over to him so I could stand beside his tall frame, which made me feel sort of… puny.

But I wasn't going to let that bother me now.

I looked up and watched as the man pulled a lit cigarette from between his lips, making soft wisps of smoke slithered out. I glared at the nasty smelling nicotine stick with disgust but then ignored it in favor of speaking to the man.

"Kyuubi-sensei…" I called quietly this time, which finally got his attention, but he merely peered at me from the corner of his eyes before looking back to the horizon. I followed his gaze and waited patiently for him to finally talk, which he did, but I could barely catch what he was saying because he spoke in such a soft voice.

"I'm guessing Tsunade told you…" He said while lifting the stick to his lips once again.

I was silent for a few moments… not so much because I didn't know what to say, but more like I was reluctant to break the slight tension in the air that was now starting to form.

-YIP!-

I nearly jumped out of my skin when I heard the high pitched yelp that came from my arms. I looked down, only to find that I was still holding onto Akamaru. How could I have forgotten that I was carrying a dog?

I must've been really out of it.

"Well… All she told me was to ask you… about my father. She said that it was about time I knew the truth… Whatever that's supposed to mean." I explained as I gently placed the pup on the floor and watched as he circled my legs a few times before settling down between me and Kyuubi.

Long red hair swayed gently from the sudden breeze and crimson eyes narrowed in thought as they gazed down absently at Akamaru. The image of his body, highlighted with the soft rays of sunlight, made me feel mesmerized and light-headed in a way as I waited for an answer.

But my feelings then were purely admiration and some sort of affection that I couldn't quite pin-point.

But I was certain that it wasn't anything gross like… lust or anything.

Ew!

It felt more like what I feel towards Iruka, only… stronger.

If that makes any sense…

"Yeah… She's right. It's time you knew the whole story." Kyuubi replied with a nod as he snuffed out his cigarette on the railing and flicked the offending object off the side of the two story building. I cautiously looked down over the railing as I listened to Kyuubi mumble something like, "Where to start…."

I looked up at him eagerly while repressing the urge to jump up and down with excitement.

He was silent for a few more seconds before turning towards the door that led back into the school.

"But, I can't tell you the whole story just yet. Next period is about to start, and I don't wish to be fired... I'll find you after school, Naruto. I'll let you come over to my place and then we'll talk." He said, his voice easily carrying through the calm breeze.

I looked away just as those strands of crimson hair disappeared behind the door.

I couldn't help but feel a lump form in my throat, and this overwhelming feeling of guilt stabbed at me.

But I snuffed all of those feelings away.

It wasn't like Kyuubi said that he wouldn't tell me.

I will hear that story today. Even if it KILLED me.

Wait…

No I don't want to die!

I take that back!

Shit, I already put that out in the universe!

I better not die today!

That would totally suck!!

Before I could panic more, I was snapped out of it by Akamaru's soft whining at my right.

I looked down and saw the small pup lightly pawing at my pant-leg.

I smiled softly and picked up the small animal, which merely snuggled into my chest and yipped happily.

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TBC

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Do you guys have ANY idea how many Sasunaru Fan Videos and Oneshots I had to look at before I could get the motivation to write this???P.S. I didn't really reread this, nor did I get a beta to go over it (My current Beta is kinda busy ATM so I don't want to pile anymore fanfics on her, since I kinda still need SOB and something else Beta'd)… so please let me know if you see any mistakes.

xDD

lmao

I'm glad I finally did it though

And I hope the shortness of the chapter isn't THAT bad…

O ~o;;;

Naruto: … I told you she was lazy.

Me: -Glares at Naru-

Sasuke: No no. She's not lazy—

Me: -Goes to happily hug the Uchiha-

Sasuke: She just procrastinates… A LOT.

Me: -stops dead in her tracks and glares at the two- You guys have no faith in me…

Sasuke: Well, why SHOULD we? Exactly how long did it take you to update on this?? ___

Me: Don't even go there!! D:

Naruto: I think I lost count at month #2

Sasuke: … =____=;; Maybe it's because of her recent fandom to Bleach… And Grimmichi…

Me: So what! It's hot! And i still love you guys, it's not li--

*Ichigo magically appears*

Everyone: O .O;; ???

Ichigo: ... uhm.... Oh-Mi-Gawd! Yes! -Takes Naruto and quickly dyes his hair orange and puts make-up over his whisker marks, then puts a blonde wig on his head to hide his own orange hair-

Naruto: What the—

*Grimmjow Magically appears and spots Naruto, thinking he's Ichigo.*

Grimm: Aha! Found ya! C'mon Ichi, we weren't finished mating! –drags away a confused Naruto-

Ichigo: Phew… -goes to take a power nap-

Sasuke: … Did he just…? -points to where Naruto and Grimmjow dissapeared-

Me: -Nods-

Sasuke: With my…?

Me: -Nods again-

Sasuke: … GET BACK HERE WITH MY UKE!!