SASUKE'S POV

The next day I woke up and got dressed for everything I had to make sure was covered today. I did indeed have a week to prepare but considering I wanted all of this to be perfect for her, I thought I might as well get a start on it.

After changing into black jeans and a gray T-shirt with the Linkin Park symbol on the front, I got a piece of paper to write down who should be invited and what I needed to buy.

Okay, so Yami is already friends with Naruto, Hinata, Tenten, Temari, and I think Neji and Shikamaru. I know she loathes Ino so she won't be there…I might as well invite Kankuro and Gaara. Shit, no Gaara's Kazekage and I hate Kankuro. Shino is weird but okay and Kiba…do I really want Kiba there?

I sighed to myself as I wrote his name down anyway. I didn't bother writing the sensei's names because I'm sure they would hear about it. Tsunade might be too busy to come…or just have Shizune do the work for her. Man, Yami knows too many people.

After getting the guest list down I headed over to Naruto's to help me with the food part. Knowing that idiot, he'll write down ramen all over the place and maybe too much junk food; however, I'd rather have too much than too little.

"Ugh, what do you want now Sasuke?" Naruto asked after I banged loudly on his door. He looked more frustrated than usual which was kind of weird.

I shoved my way inside (even though he didn't invite me in) and noticed what his problem with me was. "Oh, hi Sasuke."

I smirked, "Hey Hinata. Anyway, Naruto?" I said as he came up behind me, "Can you help me pick out food and decorations for Yami's party."

"Aren't we a little early," he said looking at me skeptically. "Yeah but I'm not waiting until the last minute. We can at least know what we're gonna get and how much we need to spend."

Hinata nodded, "That's a good idea. Money won't be much of a problem for me since I'm pretty sure father still adores Ya-ya."

"Doesn't everyone," Naruto said mumbling under his breath. "Anyway, did you start already?"

"Yeah, I came up with at least with a guest-list."

"What about a place?" Hinata asked. I smacked myself in the head for not thinking of that. I definitely knew her place was out of the question. None of us would be willing to clean that place up. "Do you think Kakashi would mind trying to rent out a club for us?"

Naruto started jumping up and down at my suggestion. "He better, that's a great idea! I'm surprised you of all people could come up with it." I glared at his last statement but ignored him when Hinata spoke up, "Sasuke did know her the best. I'm pretty sure Ya-ya still likes to dance."

I nodded, "This all sounds really good guys. Hey Hinata, do you mind if your band sings again? You were all really good and I'm sure everyone would like to hear it again." She blushed and was about to protest until Naruto yelled, "YEAH HINATA YOU WERE GREAT! PLEASE PLEASE PLEAAAAAASE DO IT!"

I shook my head as she nodded but was thankful we got this much done. I just have no idea how I was gonna hide all of this from Yami until then. Maybe something miraculous will happen and Yami is distracted for awhile.

KURAYAMI'S POV

"You want me to do what again?"

Tsunade folded her hands and leaned on them as she stared at me across the room, "There's a mission I need you and your team to complete. I know you'll be able to fulfill it no problem."

"What about my mission with Sasuke," I said glaring at her. "How am I supposed to protect him if I'm a good distance away?"

"I'll have Kakashi keep an eye out for him. Don't worry Kurayami; I know what I'm doing."

I sighed knowing she was right but I still didn't like it, "Okay, what are the details?" she took out a file and handed it to me. Opening it up, I saw a map of where I was going and what I would find. "I got a tip saying there are enemy ninja preparing to attack the Leaf Village on the border. I want you to use any means necessary to make sure this doesn't happen. Luckily, they're not part of a specific village so we can avoid any war that might come upon us. Is that clear?"

"Crystal. When do I leave?"

"Tonight. Your team will meet you at the gates." I nodded and started to head towards Tenten's house for practice.

I sighed. I really hated it when Tsunade gave me too many missions at once, especially when I have a really important one I'm already handling. Then again, Sasuke can take care of himself. I don't know why I'm worrying so much, but this proves to everyone why I never saw them in the five years I came back.

She works me like a dog. I'm never freaking here!

"Hey Ya-ya. We're glad you could make it," Hinata said as she let me in Tenten's house. "Thanks, I didn't really have much to do anyway until my mission."

This made Temari's ears perk up, "Mission?"

"Yeah, Tsunade's sending me on a mission with my anbu team on Konoha's borders. I don't know how long it'll take but I leave tonight."

I saw them all share glances at each other for some reason but chose to ignore it. It's not like they were plotting to kill me or something.

HINATA'S POV

After practice was over and Ya-ya left, I shared a glance with Temari and Tenten.

"Good news is Ya-ya will be gone while we're setting up so the party."

Tenten spoke up, "Bad news is she might not make it back for her own party." I nodded and sighed in slight annoyance. I'm gonna have a word with Tsunade after this. No wonder we never saw Ya-ya the five years she was actually back.

KURAYAMI'S POV

It was annoying going on these types of missions. I didn't have any details as to what these ninjas are like, what their jutsus might be, how their fighting style is. Then again, that's the reason why they send people like me on these kinds of missions.

It'll get done.

When I finished packing my things, I put on my mask and started towards the village gates. As I came in view of the figures standing in the distance, I felt a familiar chakra about to pass me. I could tell they did a double take before stopping me.

"Where are you going Yami?"

I frowned beneath my mask. There was worry laced in his words, "I have a mission with my comrades. Don't worry; I'll be back in no time."

"How long do you think it'll take exactly?"

"Maybe a week, depending how strong our opponents are and how many there are."

He sighed and ran his hand through his hair. I guess he really didn't want me to go for some reason. "What am I suppose to do while you're gone?"

I smirked but he couldn't see it, "Run laps around the village like I taught you. Try meditating too. It'll help with distractions." He nodded and lifted my mask with his fingers. Caressing my cheek gently, he said, "Be careful."

I kissed him quickly on the lips, "I will."

With that I disappeared along with my comrades for the mission, leaving Sasuke staring at where I formerly was.