A/N: Same note! you know the cover!? KakaIru made it for this story! I squealed so hard when I saw it! She is one of the most AWESOMELY WONDERFUL people I know!
Also! To the reviewer titled Guest! Do not worry, even though I do love ItaLee, this is a GaaLee story. Gaara and Lee will stay together! I'm actually surprised though, you guessed what I was going to do with Itachi and Lee in the relationship aspect. ANYWAY! Like I said Lee will always only love Gaara in the married way in this story.
Another note, but more to myself then anything. I wish the guests would log in, I would like to be able to reply to their reviews right away.
Also, I know this chapter came a little late, sorry! I've been busy! I will make it up to you all I promise!
Disclaimer: Is Lee getting chased by Seme's that want him as their Uke? No? Then I don't own Naruto.
Title: Save your Sorrow
Lee curled up, sitting on his bed, back in Konoha. It had been two weeks, almost three now since the escort mission. He stared at his calender, wondering how time flew by so quickly. It was only a few more days until Gaara's birthday...
Lee bit his lip harshly, feeling himself have second thought's about marrying Gaara.
Gaara was trying to become Kazekage! Lee knew that marrying would not help him at all. Plus, he was a boy. Lee was sure that not everyone in Suna would accept that at all...Lee shook his head quickly. That didn't matter! But...what if Gaara got trouble for it? Lee felt his spirits plummet. The con's very much outweighed the pro's.
Suddenly, Lee heard the shifting of sand. It came from his necklace. Lee looked down to see the gourd pendant slowly rising. He felt the necklace tug and stood up. It seemed to be pulling him in a certain direction.
Lee followed the tugging with no second thought. He walked through the village and noticed that he was heading to the village gates. He slightly picked up his pace then felt his heart began beating rapidly as he spied red hair. His earlier worry vanished and excitement replaced it quickly. Lee could barely restrain himself from just running to Gaara.
The tugging continued and Lee gave up his restraint quickly.
"Gaara-koi!" Lee called out excitedly, running towards his lover and tackling him in a hug.
Gaara stopped just long enough to get tackled, allowing it. He commanded his gourd to dissolve then the sand moved Lee to his back and added to his sand armor as well, allowing him to carry Lee easily despite the weights Lee wore, only using a little chakra to help as well.
Lee blushed but held onto Gaara as he received the unexpected piggy back ride. He looked back and said, "Hello Temari! I hope you have been well! Where is Kankuro?"
"Oh, now you notice me~" Temari teased then laughed.
"Yea, I've been good. Same with Kankuro, he's gonna by very busy while we are gone, so he couldn't come." She continued.
Lee tilted his head curiously as he continued to hug his lover, "Why busy?" he asked then slightly nuzzled Gaara's cheek, asking, "And what are you doing here Gaara-koi? If I may ask."
"I'm here to talk with Konoha's Hokage, Tsunade."
Lee shivered at hearing Gaara's voice. He dearly missed hearing the deep rasp. He shifted slightly, getting in a more comfortable position, "Why?" he asked, adding, "If I may ask." once again.
"I have been Kazekage for three months now." Gaara said, pausing as he knew he was going to be interrupted by Lee's excitement. The thought had his lips twitching into a barely there smile.
"What?! Gaara-koi! That is fantastic!" Lee said, hugging Gaara tighter. He used the muscles in his legs to tighten his hold on Gaara's hips and lift himself slightly to kiss Gaara's cheek hard.
"I knew you could do it! You will make a wonderful leader!" Lee praised with a wide smile. He giggled softly as Gaara stroked his leg, he could just feel the pride coming off Gaara.
"I want you with me when I talk to your Hokage. This concerns you as well." Gaara continued from his earlier sentence.
Lee tilted his head curiously but nodded nonetheless, saying, "Of course.", really, if Gaara-koi asked, Lee was sure he would do anything.
Lee tried to get off Gaara's back as the red head began walking but blushed as he felt Gaara's hand grab his leg a little firmer, stopping him. He tightened his grip on Gaara's body, hiding a smile in Gaara's hair.
"Gaara-koi..." Lee whispered softly
"Hm?" Came Gaara's quiet reply.
"I missed you...I am really happy that you are here." Lee continued to whisper. He smiled brightly as Gaara squeezed his leg again, silently agreeing. He hugged Gaara, pushing closer to him and softly rubbing his shoulder.
After that, they walked quietly through Konoha streets and soon, they stood in front of the Hokage Tower. Lee gave Gaara one more squeeze before slowly getting off his lover's back. When he stood next to Gaara, Lee saw the gourd form on Gaara's back again and smiled.
"Shall we go?" Lee asked, putting his hands behind his back.
Gaara gave a short nod and walked into the building. There was a girl standing behind the front counter and Lee stepped forward, saying, "Rock Lee requesting permission for an audience between Hokage-sama and Kazekage, Sabaku no Gaara."
The girl nodded and called the Hokage's office. She spoke into the phone, telling Tsunade who was here and why. She nodded and hung up before turning to Lee and Gaara, saying in a chirpy manner, "Lady Hokage will see you now."
"Thank you." Lee said, bowing, then turned to Gaara. He smiled and walked with Gaara up the stairs. When they got to the Hokage's double doors, Lee went up to the doors and knocked. As soon as Lee heard Tsunade say for him to enter, Lee reached for the knob to open the door but stopped as Gaara opened the door instead, saying lowly, "Stay by my side."
Lee smiled brightly and gave a quick nod, following Gaara into the room.
"Kazekage." Tsunade said, nodding to the man.
Gaara walked up to Tsunade's desk and nodded to her. He started off by getting right to the point, "I'd like to propose a treaty between Konoha and Suna."
"And how would this treaty go?" Tsunade leaned forward, placing her elbows on the desk and twining her fingers together.
"Simple, Suna will never attack Konoha and vise virsa. Also, we will come to your aid at any time you need, and we will expect the same. Trade routes will be shared and certain knowledge exchanged. Will that be an acceptable alliance?"
"Yes...but what will stop Suna from breaking the treaty like they have before?"
"I as Kazekage, will marry one of your shinobi and allow them to write on any betrayal they see." Gaara spoke seriously.
Lee's eyes widened and Tsunade began to chuckle. She leaned back and grinned at Gaara.
"So that's how you were planning to do it. Nice way of killing two birds with one stone."
"Ah, you understand then." Gaara nodded, crossing his arms, "but will you accept it?"
Tsunade smiled, half way irritated and half way impressed. She nodded her consent then said, "I want what you said in writing. We will sign the treaty then you will marry a shinobi completely loyal to Konoha and they will live in Suna with you. The treaty will only be in effect after the marriage."
"Acceptable."
"AND, you'll marry Lee here. I don't want so many of my ninja on extended absence to see the wedding."
Lee blushed brightly, his mind barely keeping up with what was going on. He looked from Tsunade to Gaara then back again. He repeated the motion several more times before just closing his eyes, his cheeks becoming redder.
"...Acceptable" Gaara finally repeated after a few moments of thought.
"Good, treaty accepted." Tsunade said with a slight grin then said, "Now get out of here, you brats."
With an indulgent nod, Gaara turned and walked towards the double doors. Then he looked back as he heard Tsunade say Lee's name.
"Lee." She said, making Lee turn back to her. She smiled and said, "I hope you have a great and happy marriage."
Lee blinked then grinned brightly. He bowed lowly to Tsunade then said in an excited voice, "I know I will Tsunade-sama! Thank you very much!"
Then Lee turned back to Gaara and ran to his side. He took Gaara's hand and walked out of the office room with the wide grin still on his face.
When the heavy door's shut behind them, Gaara turned to Lee and suddenly pulled him into a kiss. He slanted his lips over Lee's and immediately pushed his tongue into Lee's mouth.
Lee held back a surprised but appreciative moan and wrapped his arms around Gaara's shoulders. He shivered at the intimate kiss and kissed back enthusiastically. He twitched as sparks of pleasure ran through him and he was the first to pull away, shivering again as he felt Gaara's tongue slide out of his mouth.
"G-Gaara-koi.." Lee whispered a little breathlessly, "We must not do that in such an important place."
Gaara's eyes had a hint of amusement, "You're not actually complaining though."
Lee blushed and looked at Gaara through his lashes. He gave a shy yet happy smile and pecked Gaara's lips, "No, I am not." he said.
Gaara chuckled slightly then kissed Lee deeply once more for good measure. He pulled back and said, "Then let's go. I have been wanting to monopolize your time since our last time together, and I will have my way."
"Yes sir Gaara-koi, sir!" Lee laughed, saluting Gaara playfully. His heart felt close to bursting! He truly was going to marry Gaara-koi now! And it would secure a treaty between Suna and Konoha! It could not be any better.
"Let's go eat. I'm sure you're hungry." Gaara said, claiming Lee's hand.
Lee agreed quickly as he was actually hungry. He hadn't had breakfast yet and it was already nearing lunch. Lee followed Gaara and was happily surprised when his red head lead him to his favorite curry place in Konoha. He gave a little happy sound and went in quickly.
Lee smiled brightly when Gaara said that he would get the food, and he nodded, saying that he would get a table then. Lee turned to find a empty table then smiled again as he saw Neji eating alone. He walked to his friend and immediately said "Hello Neji!"
Neji blinked and turned in his seat, "Lee?" He said with slight surprise then quirked a little smile, "Hey."
Then Neji's brows furrowed in slight confusion as Gaara suddenly walked up to Lee's side. He didn't know the reason for the sand ninja's presence but said hello to Gaara as well.
"I hope you do not mind my interruption of your meal, my friend! But as soon as I saw you, I just had to tell you an accidental secret!" Lee chirped, slightly bouncing on the balls of his feet.
Neji chuckled and stood. He crossed his arms by habit and looked at Lee with fond amusement, "Oh?" he said, "What is it?"
Lee grinned widely and quickly grabbed Neji's hands, making his friend uncross his arms, "I am getting married!" he said in an excited whisper, not wanting to be to loud and disturb the people eating, "And I would love if you could be there, or maybe...in it?".
Neji's eyes widened and heartbreak flashed on his face before disappearing quickly. Instead, he smirked and said, "Oh, finally got someone? Heh...Of course I'll be there. Who are you marrying?"
Lee let go of Neji's hand and took Gaara's. He smiled towards Gaara and said, "Gaara-koi." then held his hand tightly, grinning at Neji again.
Neji looked at Gaara, feeling surprised, then reluctantly nodded. He turned his gaze back to Lee and slowly asked, "You really love him?"
Lee didn't even blink at the question and just answered, "More than anything."
Neji nodded again, smiling with a tinge of sadness. He closed his eyes for a moment then gave Lee a real smile, saying, "Then I wish you the happiest marriage"
His breath hitched as Lee suddenly hugged him. He allowed himself to wrap his arms around Lee's waist and hug him back, knowing he would probably never have the chance to ever do so again. Neji felt a little warmth as he heard Lee whisper "Thank you" into his ear.
When they pulled away from each other Neji said his goodbye and left.
Lee turned and smiled at Gaara. He pecked Gaara's cheek then sat down at a cleared table and Gaara got their food.
As they ate together and even afterwards, when they walked around the village for hours just window shopping; Gaara never said a thing of the sadness he say on Neji's face as Lee had told him of his upcoming marriage. Though hadn't said anything, Gaara had a feeling that Lee had seen the expression, or maybe he hadn't...but Gaara didn't want to bring it up. Lee thought he never really had suitors...Gaara knew that was a lie, many liked Lee, but Lee didn't think that they did. Gaara would just have to make sure that no one could take Lee before their binding marriage.
They had their chances. Lee will now be Gaara's lover/partner/wife, forever.
Finally, as the sun was disappearing, Gaara and Lee made their way back to Lee's apartment.
Lee opened the door then chirped, "I am going to take a quick shower, please make yourself at home!" as they walked into his apartment. Lee quickly got a towel and ran into his bedroom bathroom.
Gaara heard the shower turn on and slowly made his way to the bedroom as well. He contented himself with sitting on the bed and simply waiting until Lee was done. When he heard the shower turn off about twenty minutes later, he turned his gaze from the wall to the door and watched it open. He felt something stir in his chest as Lee walked out, hair damp and skin still slightly wet and shiny. The feeling in his chest, he knew it was a feeling only for Lee.
Lee looked back at Gaara and smiled slowly. Instead of just joining Gaara on the bed, he untied his towel and let it drop from his hips as he walked to his drawers. He slightly bent over as he opened the third one down and felt a rush of giddiness as he actually heard Gaara's almost to quiet growl. He pulled out some underwear so he could go to bed with only that on and put it on before turning to Gaara.
He walked back to Gaara's side and simply pecked Gaara's lips before turning to get onto the bed on the other side.
Gaara pushed Lee onto the bed and pinned him there. He looked down at his soon-to-be wife with darkened eyes and said, in an even lower rasp, "How dare you tempt me..."
"T-Tempt you?" Lee stuttered in already forming arousal, his body quickly becoming hot from Gaara's gaze. He wiggled slightly, feeling himself ache already.
"Yes..." Gaara hissed, his gaze slowly moving down Lee's body then back up to his black pearl eyes. His voice was even huskier as he said, "I wanted to wait until the wedding night, but you are sin incarnate."
"H-huh?" Lee squeaked, confused, and blushed harder. His heart had leaped in his chest but the accusation of being 'sin' had him feeling flustered yet confused.
"Your body...it tempts me every moment. I want you chained in my bed so I can feast on you every night...and never let anyone else see you again." Gaara rumbled, his right hand leaving Lee's wrist and wandering Lee's body.
Lee gasped and arched into Gaara's touch. He tried to reach and touch Gaara back but his free hand was captured and pinned so he was being held down by only one of Gaara's hands. Lee bit his lip and whimpered then whined slightly as Gaara kissed him hard.
"G-Gaara~" Lee moaned into his lovers mouth.
Gaara hummed deeply, capturing Lee's mouth again. He consumed Lee with his kiss, pushing his tongue into Lee's mouth and swallowing every moan and sigh that left Lee's lips. He felt his member twitch and harden quickly but forced himself not to just take his lover. He really wanted to wait, even though he was torturing himself by doing this. With great reluctance, Gaara pulled away then groaned at seeing Lee's dazed and wanton expression. His now completely erected member throbbing in arousal.
"Completely sinful..." Gaara rasped, his head dropping onto Lee's chest.
Lee breathed heavily, his cheeks still hot along with the rest of his body. Then he slowly smiled, an almost purring sound escaping his lips. As if Gaara's words were a jutsu, Lee actually felt sinful...and he liked it.
"Gaara-koi~" Lee whispered, making Gaara's head snap up at his tone. Lee slowly wrapped his legs around Gaara's waist and pulled the lower half of their bodies together. He mewled as he felt Gaara's hardness and actually did purr this time. He stared straight into Gaara's completely darkened eyes and grinned.
Faster than Gaara could even think after being showed that lewd grin, Lee had Gaara under him and was sitting on Gaara's lap like he belonged there. Lee dug his released hands into Gaara's blood red locks and leaned in close, his lips actually teasing Gaara's by only brushing against them.
"You place all blame on me koibito..." Lee giggled softly then mewled as he ground against the straining hardness underneath him. His breath hitched as Gaara's hands clamped onto his hips, gripping tightly.
"Lee..." Gaara growled, as he lifted his head to capture Lee's lips only for Lee to pull away with a teasing smile.
"Yes, Gaara-koi~?" Lee giggled again then suddenly gasped and whimpered as Gaara's hands force him to grind against him again. Lee licked his lips at the delicious feeling rushing through his body. Afterwards, he looked down, locking eyes with his lover.
"You are the one who makes me feel sinful...you make me crave the feeling of you inside me." Lee said in a lustful tone, eyes bright with the emotion. Then he gasped as his position suddenly changed and Gaara was above him once more.
"I stand by my commitment. We will only...make love again..on our wedding night." Gaara said, his voice hoarse with suppressed need.
Lee panted and trembled with that same suppressed need. He closed his eyes and forced control over his body, slowly calming down. Only afterwards, did he nod with a loving smile. He leaned up and kissed Gaara softly, ignoring every want to make it deeper.
"Sleep, I will watch over you all night." Gaara whispered afterwards, burying his face into Lee's hair and holding him tighter to his body.
"Yes Gaara-koi..." Lee mumbled, nuzzling against his soon to be husband.
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One more thing! How do you think the wedding with be~?