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A kick to the horse's sides, and Shukaku whinnied happily as he galloped off into the darkness. He knew that the crumbling wall that he was planning to jump was a bit off towards the other end of the castle grounds from the stable.

It felt so good again, riding atop Shukaku as they cantered their way to the wall. The prince seated beautifully, as he easily rode out the canter, just as a beautiful prince should. He could feel the power of the animal underneath him, which only made him stronger to conquer his dream he had with his love. He had to make it back home safely, without notifying the guards. It would be very suspicious for a hooded person riding a majestic Frisian around town. He would get spotted immediately. Luckily, Gaara made it to the castle wall, and he easily fallowed it along its side to the spot where the wall was beginning to crumble, and instead of twelve feet it was seven. It was still a long stretch, but he knows that Shukaku could make it.

Aquatic eyes managed to spot it, after cantering along the fence for a few minutes, pulling the reins and leaning back for a stop right in front of it. The prince looked both ways and noticed that no one has spotted him yet. From where he sat, he could see over the gaping entry towards the forest. He had to make this jump.

Yanking the reins away from the wall, Gaara clicked the horse into a trot as he prepared himself for the leap of faith. He knew that his horse could see how high the jump was, and he knew that he would have to manage that at a strait on gallop.

With a halt, the prince turned the horse around where he stood and concentrated his gaze on that obstacle. He noticed his horses ears pointed ahead, showing his form of concentration as well. They could do this.

The redhead yelped out a "Heya!" and kicked Shukaku into a straight and fast gallop. The prince stood in the saddle, as he eyed the jump as he approached it, through the horse's ears. With the power of the animal he rode, it felt like slow motion, as Shukaku leapt into the air. Gaara could feel the air rush through his face, as he leaned forward in that stand, as the horse jumped. He kept his gaze on his horse's feet, as his front passed… then his back. With a thud, Gaara landed perfectly, as Shukaku continued his stride in a left lead canter, as they headed towards the forest. A pale hand patted the horse's neck in praise at the amazing leap that they just accomplished together, as Shukaku neighed happily.

The only thing left to do was to get back home safely. He hoped that Lee hasn't awoken yet to find him missing; he would surely be in a panic. Not to worry, though, the prince is on his way home. If he cuts through the forest, he should get there unseen in about fifteen minutes.

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Lee blinked awake. He looked outside, through his window, and took a quick guess that it was somewhere in between five and six in the morning. He sat up, stretching his arms until he felt and heard the pop in both elbows. He rubbed his eyes, and looked around the dark room. He looked to his side, where Gaara was laying, only to see he wasn't there. Curiosity filled his body, and he got off the bed, taking a small moment to hiss at the cold floor. Lee walked out of the room, and knocked on the bathroom door, "Gaara-kun? Are you in there?" he asked. He waited a few seconds for a response, and then knocked again.

He didn't get one. Maybe he was in the kitchen. But, before he checked, he really needed to release himself. Quickly, he sighed in relief as he went to the restroom. After all that, he went into the kitchen, hoping to see his redhead in there. Again, he wasn't there. Now, Lee started to get worried, "Gaara-kun?!" He yelled in the house, listening closely in case Gaara was far away. He ran into the living room. Again, not seeing the Prince.

What could have happened? Did Gaara leave Lee in the middle of the night? That's impossible; they had a plan to do today. There's no way Gaara could have left Lee. He had to be outside that must be it. Lee followed his mind, and went out to the patio. Still no Gaara. Is he in the town? No, Gaara wouldn't have left without Lee, or at least telling him where he was going. The only thing that Lee could think of was that Gaara left him. Lee didn't believe it, though. Not yet. He ran into his house, and upstairs, quickly changing. He'll go into town and see if Gaara's in there. Then, he can be proven wrong. Because, there's no way Gaara could have left Lee.

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"Damn it…" The prince cursed to himself, as he saw the sun arise in through the trees. Shukaku had to trot through the rest of the way due to him being susceptible to falling over twigs and rocks if he went faster. Lee would surely be awake by now. He had told him yesterday that he wakes when the sun starts to rise, which is around 5 or 6 in the morning. Lee would be very upset at him for leaving in the middle of the night like this.

The only thing that he hoped would make Lee happy is the introduction of their new horse, Shukaku. He would be Lee's newest farmhand in helping around the fields. Although, Lee would probably much rather have the prince by his side rather than a horse. He had spent too much time talking at the stables. The prince will be sure to apologize to his love when he sees him at home.

Finally making his way out of the forest, Gaara wondered his way into a pasture of some sort. If he remembered correctly, Lee's home was a little farmland that was out towards the edge of the city, close to it, but not so close that it is directly inside of the town. Gaara wasted no time, as he galloped his way through the field and towards Lee's home.

To his luck, he managed to see an unforgettable garden of that little watermill, and he knew that he had made it. The tired horse slowed its canter, as it saw water, wanting a taste. The prince allowed his horse to drink, but would have to put more water in for the baby koi fish, he just hoped that Shukaku didn't accidentally eat them.

The redhead looked over at the little home that belonged to the man that he loves, and clicked his horse to a walk when he was finished, and went to the stables. He dismounted, and un-tacked him, leaving his halter on. With a pat on the hind, Gaara opened the gate for the small pasture next to the barn, and Shukaku bucked happily as he ran out and played in the field. The prince watched happily for a moment, and put away the horse's equipment and made his way inside of the house, after he made sure to fill up the small pond for Lee's fish.

"Lee? Lee-kun, I am home!" Gaara yelled out, hoping to catch the raven-haired male during a panic so help calm his nerves on the safety of the prince. Sadly, he did not receive a response. Was he still asleep?

The redhead walked through the house, looking in the kitchen, living room, bathroom, and the upstairs guest and their room. The young prince was outside already, so if he was out there he would have seen him. "Lee?!" He yelled out once more, standing inside of Lee's room. Perhaps he walked off into town to fetch the equipment necessary to repair the wagon, or to get some food. Or he went out in search for the long lost prince. Perhaps Gaara should have left a note to ease the older males mind. With a sigh, he lay down on Lee's bed and decided to catch up on the lost sleep that he had during the night.

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Lee looked around the village, searching high and low of the Prince. He checked every ally way, every store that Gaara could possibly walk into, even asked a few people if they had seen a hooded male around here. No luck at all. Where could he be? He isn't home, he isn't in town... could he be in the palace? Lee quickly shook that thought from his head; no way would Gaara go back to that place. Lee was fully aware that Gaara did not like it there. The only reason Gaara would have to go back there was to get his horse-

Lee stopped dead in his tracks. Of course! Gaara left last night to get his horse! Lee felt so stupid for not thinking about it earlier! He happily turned on his heels, and walked back to his house. He had to be home by now, or at least close. Maybe he'll run into him on the way back. He'll finally see that horse of his, Lee was very curious. Lee stopped again. Since he was here, in town, he might as well get the things he needs for the wagon, plus food and water for the travel.

Going on a grocery spree, Lee made a list in his head of the things he needed. Water, wood, nails, bread, and greens. That should be enough. He walked into multiple stores, buying the stuff he needed and walked out, quickly. He wanted to get home and started on the wagon. The sooner he fixes it, the sooner they can leave.

Whistling on his way back, Lee juggled the things and walked in the rhythm of his song. He hardly noticed a certain blonde sneak up behind him, "Wow, bushy-brows. What's all this?" he blurted, nearly scaring Lee to death. He almost dropped everything. Naruto laughed.

Lee playfully glared at the annoying blonde, "I needed some stuff. It's nothing important, but could you help me carry it? I cannot see very well." He said, trying his best to see over the mountain of things.

Naruto nodded, and grabbed half the stuff in Lee's arms, making it possible for him to walk faster and see better, "So, what're you doing today?"

"Just fixing an old wagon. Want to help? The faster I get it done, the faster I can stop carrying all these things by hand," Lee lied though his teeth. No way was he telling him that he and Gaara were running away. He'll most likely try to stop them.

Naruto just shrugged, "Sure. Got nothing better to do today. I'll help," After that, they both walked in silence all the way to the house. Lee kicked the door open, and put the stuff on the counter in the kitchen, "Where's redhead?" Naruto asked after following Lee's example.

Lee looked around, then turned his gaze to upstairs, "I think he's upstairs. I know he's here, though," He pointed out, "now, help me put everything away."

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The prince stirred, when he heard voices from downstairs. Curse him and his light sleep. He could hear an ant cross the wooden floors and probably wake from a deep sleep. Sitting up and stretching, he yawned cutely, and shook his head a bit. He was happy that he managed to get a few hours of sleep, seeing the sun higher in the sky signaled that it was later in the day. And by the sound of it, Lee was probably home, but someone else was with him.

Slowly, the redhead made his way downstairs peeking around the corner to see a familiar blonde headed man in the kitchen, along with his lovely raven-haired male. It was safe to come out, and that Neji wasn't around to speak down to him as before, he liked Naruto, even if he did tease him to no end about his and Lee's relationship.

"Lee-kun, your back. I was waiting for you." He smiled happily to his love, and nodded over to the guest in the house "Naruto-kun, it is good to see you." With a stifled yawn, the prince walked up to Lee to embrace him, "Sorry if I have worried you." Gaara blinked when he heard a distant horse neigh in the distance and smiled brightly. "I brought you a little something for making you worry." The young prince walked over to the window in the kitchen to see Lee's pasture and a playful stallion bucking and galloping in the field.

With another yawn, Gaara walked over to the cabinets trying to find some coffee to make, he didn't know if Lee had some, but it would really hit the spot about now. "Hey, Lee-kun, do you have any coffee?" If not, he could settle with plain milk.

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Naruto smiled and waved at the redhead when he came down. Lee, on the inside, sighed in relief that he was here, "Good to see ya too, redhead~!" Naruto's smile turned into a sly one. Lee hit him in the back of the head, "OW! Dammit, bushy-brows! You're going to give me a brain tumor one of these days!"

Lee rolled his eyes, "Like you don't have one already," he playfully insulted. Naruto's jaw dropped. He then laughed it off, and shook his head. Lee hugged Gaara back, and shook his head, "You did worry me at first, and I admit it took me awhile to find out where you had gone, but I did eventually,"

Lee smiled at his redhead, and almost saddened when he pulled away. Naruto wiggled his eyebrows. Lee threatened to hit him again, in which Naruto flinched as a reaction, "You brought me something?" Lee asked. He followed Gaara to the window, "You didn't have to, I-" he stopped when he saw a beautiful horse in his yard. Bucking, and running around in the new area. Lee immediately thought of Lotus. That horse must be Shukaku! Looks like Gaara did go and get his horse. Thank goodness he's safe.

Not taking his eyes off the creature, Lee nodded, "Yes, I do. Naruto, can you show Gaara-kun where the coffee is?" He asked, waving a hand in the blonde's direction.

"Uh oh," Naruto laughed, getting the coffee supplies from a cabinet, "I know that look. Watch out, redhead. Lee might just fall in love with that horse. Then, what'll happen?" He joked.

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The prince giggled at Naruto's and Lee's behavior to one another. They both seemed like good friends, when the blonde wasn't being perverted. "Bushy-brow? What an odd nickname." He smiled up at Lee when the blonde rubbed his head from Lee hitting him. The redhead has gotten used to the blonde's teasing, and commonly blushes whenever he does. He always seemed to bring a smile on his face.

When Naruto helped him get the coffee grinds from the cabinet, the redhead sighed in relief. "Thank goodness…" He heated some water on the stove and placed the grinds inside of a filter, pouring the water over the filter and above a cup, majestically watching the brown liquid fill the mug. He went to retrieve the milk and poured a little bit and added three spoonfuls of sugar to fill his taste buds. He had a sweet tooth to kill. With a sip, Gaara hummed in delight, as he watched his love watch Shukaku with a trance like state.

It warmed his heart to see that Lee liked his horse. Who wouldn't? This was a top of the line Frisian. He was a tall and beautiful horse. An all black coat, with a dark black wavy mane and tail, and not to mention his furred feet, he was very beautiful.

Gaara giggled to Naruto's assumption. He understood Lee's perception, though. It was probably so long since Lee has seen a horse in that same pasture that Shukaku is playing in. "I don't know what I will do~." He said playfully to the blonde. With a tender touch, Gaara placed a hand on Lee's arm. "Do you like him Lee? He'll definitely be strong enough to pull the wagon when it is fixed up. Maybe he might even let you ride him. Just like you used to do with Lotus." He knew that Shukaku might take some getting used to for Lee, but with Gaara there, his horse knew better than to be rude to anyone. It even took months for his brother and sister to come near the horse, since the animal was so protective to the redhead. If anyone else was near, when him and his horse were together, it was known that Shukaku might attack. Shukaku may have grown out of that, but he still was weary.

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Naruto laughed at Gaara's joke. Lee rolled his eyes, still hearing everything their saying. He ripped his eyes from the horse, to Gaara when he was touched, "Yeah, he is a beauty. I haven't seen such a horse in awhile," he smiled. He then looked at Naruto, "shall we get started on the wagon, Naruto?" He asked.

Said blonde nodded and pumped a fist in the air, "Oh yeah! We're gonna fix that wagon so hard! Let's go, bushy-brows!" He yelled, and then ran out the back door, obviously excited about fixing something.

Lee groaned and ran after him, "Naruto! I told you dozens of times to stop calling me that!" He yelled after him.

Once he got there, he walked to the cellar, opened it with little struggle. Dust blasted everywhere; both men waved their hands in front of their faces to rid it from their faces. Lee carefully walked into it, along with Naruto, and they both pulled out a large wagon, completely beat up and dangerous, "Looks like it needs more fixing then I thought," he laughed in embarrassment.

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The prince laughed softly at Naruto's enthusiasm. The man seemed overly excited about doing something along the lines of fixing an old wagon. Although, it made him smile that Naruto wanted to help them out in any way possible.

With his coffee still in hand, the prince fallowed Lee outside and stood outside of the cellar. He would like to help, but when it comes to physical labor or fixing anything, he is as useless as a rock.

The redhead stood back and watched as the two men brought out a big wagon that looked like it needed more than fixing. It was tattered and chipped in some places. The horses harness was placed inside of the wagon itself. The wheels on it were splintered and probably needs replacing. Gaara knew that he might have enough gold to retrieve any extra parts that the wagon might need, other than that it looked well put together, so there was no need to go out and purchase a brand new wagon. Not even Gaara could afford to buy that. And to top it all off, it looked like it was handmade, probably by Lee's father. The redhead would never even dream of taking something like that and throwing it away. His father would be proud to get it fixed up and working right again.

"If there are any other parts needed, I think I have enough gold to pay for it." The prince said softly, as he reached into his pocket to count out the gold pieces he had on him. This money now belonged to him and Lee together. Anything to help achieve their dream. He could see his horse standing close to the fence and looking over curiously at what his master and these other two humans were doing. Of course Shukaku doesn't know what a wagon is, since he has never pulled one before, but he could easily learn. He was a smart horse.

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Naruto clapped his hands so the dust would get off of him, "Wow, this is a wreck. It'll probably take all day. Maybe we should get more help, like Kiba, or Neji."

Lee did the same as the blonde, then thought, "Wait, doesn't Kiba build things for a living? Yeah, we should ask him! Can you go and get him real quick?"

Naruto saluted Lee, laughed, and then ran off to do his mission, "Can do, bushy-brows!"

Lee shook his head, and looked over the wagon, "I really wish he would stop calling me that," he mumbled. Standing up, he looked at Gaara. Lee smiled, deciding to give him some information, "Kiba is a good friend of ours. He's kind of like a blacksmith, but with wood. Don't be shy around him; he's a little bit like Naruto. But, he's more tamed. He'll help a lot with this," Lee looked back at the wagon, and sighed, "A lot of work needs to be done."

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The prince watched as Naruto ran off into the town, then turned his attention towards the love of his life. He listened, a bit curious of whom this "Kiba" person was. Would he be like Neji? Or hyperactive like Naruto? Even though, Lee told him not to be shy, he probably was still going to be either way. The prince was just a shy person in general. He couldn't help it.

"O-Oh alright. I cannot wait to meet him." He said with a gentle smile. Since they were alone, save a horse in the field, Gaara slowly walked up to Lee and looked up at him with those sparkling diamond-like eyes. "Lee-kun…" He started, but he was a bit shy to ask. They were alone together, and Gaara wanted to enjoy this moment, even for a little bit. "W-Would you like to sit with me?" He finished, walking over to the porch, and sitting on the little swing seat, hoping that his love would sit with him. What he wanted to do was to kiss him again. It was strange that he had these physical feelings for the male in such a short time. Even his dream was a bit explicit. He was glad that Lee didn't walk up to see him in bed, sweating and panting lightly. To his luck, he managed to surpass these urges, but that didn't mean that he didn't feel them.

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Lee raised a large eyebrow at Gaara. He was suddenly being shy out of nowhere. Lee figured out pretty quickly that that meant the Prince wanted attention. Lee smiled and nodded, walking towards Gaara and sitting with him, wrapping an arm around him and pulling him close, kissing and cuddling him, "Of course I will sit with you," he laughed, looking down at the redhead, "why wouldn't I?" Of course it was a rhetorical question. They both knew that Lee would always do what Gaara wanted. He was just that much in love with him.

Lee looked out at his backyard, watching Shukaku with half lidded eyes. Enjoying the scent of his precious redhead in his arms. Seriously, what did Gaara do to make him smell so good? Lee needed to ask him that one day.

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A sigh of relief passed the prince's peach-colored lips. Lee seemed to understand what the redhead wanted. He couldn't help himself, right now he wanted to be held, kissed and cuddled with the man he loves. With each gentle peck of Lee's lips on his, Gaara met back eagerly, as he cuddled into the taller males hold on him.

He reached up and gripped Lee's shoulders and the shirt covering it, while tucking his head neatly underneath his chin. He felt the swinging chair move gently with Lee's motions as he rocked it back and forwards comfortingly. The redhead curled his legs up with Lee, and sighed in content. This feeling seemed like a rush of euphoria that tingled through his body. The older male seemed to read his mind when he asked for him to sit with him. He knew that he wanted some attention, and gladly gave it to him.

With slow movements, Gaara moved a leg over Lee's and sighed again as he got his fix of attention that he craved. "Th-Thank you, Lee…" Maybe it was the fact that he didn't get to spend the entire night in Lee's arms that he felt deprived of the attention. He had to awake to fetch his horse, and then he had to sleep alone and wait for him to come back. "I love you…" He whispered, turning his head a bit to plant a gentle kiss on his neck, then snuggling back up into the warm man.

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Lee smiled and awed at his adorable Prince. He held him tighter. Lee gently kept the swinging going, and shivered when he felt Gaara kiss his neck, "I love you too, Gaara-kun. Forever," he whispered back, tilting Gaara's head up to give him a passionate kiss on the lips. He filled the action with love, and care, not wanting to go too far with his Gaara.

He slowly pulled away, and chuckled, his face a little red, "sorry, I couldn't resist." He said, and snuggled the redhead again, enjoying the alone time they have together.

He really does love this man. This Prince. His Prince. Gaara just got to him so quickly, from the moment he saw him. It was a little like 'love at first sight'. Lee remembers people telling him that no such thing was true, but he couldn't shake the feeling that it was. Now, he was positive it did. Because, if it wasn't for that, Gaara wouldn't be here, in his arms. Lee wouldn't be kissing and hugging him like this. He couldn't imagine what it would be like if Lee and Gaara never met. It seemed like they just belong here, together, right now. He couldn't see it any other way.

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That passionate kiss stole his breath away for a moment. Leaving him a bit dizzy and disoriented after they separated. A pink tongue darted out to lick his own lips to savor the flavor of his love, chuckling up at the blush that stained Lee's face. He wouldn't doubt that there was a cherry red blush on his own face at that moment as well. "Mmm… N-No need to apologize~. I liked it~." That soft moan seemed to ring in his ears, why did he do that? Was he coming on too fast? Lightly, the prince shook his head, detaining any naughty thoughts that crossed his head. Yes they were alone, but people were planning to show to assist Lee in fixing their wagon.

Instead of pushing Lee further, the prince decided to take a deep breath, and pull himself up into Lee's lap like yesterday. Maybe this will calm him down a bit, and help him relax. He might be still jumpy from the night before, trying to avoid the guards. He gripped onto Lee's shirt and tucked his head back to where it was before and sighed. The warmth was so addicting and he loved how Lee held him. So perfectly fitting. Like he was meant to be in the arms of this man. This truly was "Love at first sight." Gaara has never felt anything like this in his entire life before. Not only is the young prince emotionally attracted, but he is physically as well. He just can't seem to get enough of his touch.

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Lee blinked at the noise and words Gaara made, allowing him to switch positions. Lee took a moment to think about what happened, then hugged Gaara tightly, nuzzling his head in Gaara's neck, "Gaara-kun~! You're so cute, you know that!" he giggled a little, like a schoolgirl, and kissed his forehead.

"Whoa, guys! Not in front of the kids!" Lee heard Naruto say. He looked up to see said blonde, covering Kiba's eyes with a smirk. Lee groaned on the inside, a little disappointed that the small moment was ruined.

"Hey, Kiba," Lee moved Gaara from his lap, and got up, walking towards the two men. Kiba swatted Naruto's hand away, and Lee laughed, "So, you agreed to help?"

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It shocked him a bit, but it still made him laugh, pressing his palms on Lee's chest for the balance. He felt so giddy, a blush staining his cheeks from the tight hug and nuzzling he received from the man he's being snuggled to death with. "Hehe~! Lee-kun~!" He laughed happily. Even though it made him blush like mad, he still returned all of the cuddling, that he could do in his position. The prince even acknowledged the gentle kiss that was placed on his forehead.

To his disappointment, his whole body jumped up in fright when he heard the voice of the familiar blonde ring in his ears. The prince jerked his head around to see two people standing in Lee's front yard. The new guest had short brown, spiky, hair and was around the same height as the blonde. He blushed further, at the thought of being caught in such an intimate moment with his love by a new stranger.

The young prince blinked as he was moved, and heard the sigh leave Lee's lips. It seems that he wasn't the only one who was disappointed. Aquatic eyes watched as Naruto's hand was swatted away by the newcomer, and Lee walking up to them to talk about the wagon being fixed. Oh well, it wouldn't be all bad. Once they hook Shukaku up, they will have all the time in the world for each other.

Slowly, the prince made his way up to the trio, and hid behind Lee, peeking over his shoulder at the newest person, wondering if he would recognize him at all. Would he be willing to turn him in for the ransom of cash that the king is offering for his return? He didn't wish to speak, only waiting for Lee to make sure that it was safe for him to reveal anything important to the new guest.