Heart's Treasure
Chapter 6: Confusion
Sorry this chapter took longer than expected. Double majoring doesn't leave much time for writing. Also I had some conflict about this chapter so please leave review telling me what you think.
Perspectives: Snow, Kakuzu, Kabuto, and Eiji
Snow's Perspective
He cupped my face in his hands.
"Tell me what you want", said Eiji.
His deep voice was only a whisper in my ear. A part of my body craves him. It isn't only a physical want, but an emotional want too. It's been too long since I last had something like this.
"Please Eiji I want this. All I ask is be slow", I said.
I ran my fingers up his chest and then wrapped my arms around his neck. My eyes closed as our lips met in a soft kiss. His tongue ran across my bottom lip. I allowed it into my mouth. His tongue lazily brushed against mine. One of Eiji's large hands ran up my spine. His fingers continued moving up my neck and pulled out my hair tie. I sighed as his fingers ran through my hair. He pulled me closer his muscular body.
My hands traveled down his chest and stopped at his waistband. I untied the drawstrings of his pants. He moaned loudly at the simple touch. That sound sent a shutter of pleasure through my body. He picked me up and gently placed me on the bed. I was laying on my back in silken sheets. He laid down on his side next to me. Eiji placed butterfly kisses along on my jawline, which moved down to my neck.
One his hands gently massaged my breasts. The other traveled lower. His fingers started slowly stroking my clit through my underpants. I arched my back allowing him to unclasp my bra. He slowly slid the straps of my bra down my shoulders before taking it off. Our lips locked in another kiss. As we kissed his hands lightly massaged my breasts. I whined when his soft lips left mine.
"Beautiful", he whispered in my ear.
I moaned when his tongue traveled down my neck toward my chest. His hot mouth took my nipple in his mouth. He started to suck. His massaged my other breast. I moaned and gently bit. His mouth moved to my other breast. Eiji's fingers went under the waistband of my panties. One of his fingers pushed into me. I lost all train of thought.
"Are you sure you want this?"
I nodded my head. He wanted more than a simple nodded of the head. I sighed I pushed passed my lust and actually thought things over.
"Yes, Eiji I want to be with you tonight. Please don't ask again", I said.
He slid down his pants exposing his bare body. My face went and I looked at my ceiling trying to stop myself from turning any pinker. I slid under the silken covers. His weight rested on the hips making sure to put none on my stomach. He kissed me before he pushed into me. Our breaths were both heavy with lust. We were staring into each other's eyes. I nodded my head signaling that I was ready for him to move. His hips moved forward. Our movement matched each other perfectly. It didn't take long for us both near our release. It had been such a long time for both of us. My back arched off the mattress. Eiji moan as he reached him climax. He collapsed to my side. Eiji left the bed. I started crying. He changed in to a pair of silky blue pants. Eiji rushed over to me when he saw I was crying. He gently caressed my cheek. His arms wrapped around me pulling me close. Eiji started whispering loving words in my ear. The tears stopped flowing.
"I'm here", said Eiji.
He placed a gentle kiss on my forehead.
"Where did you go?" I asked.
Eiji moved my hair away from my face.
"I was only getting you something to wear. I thought it would make you feel more comfortable", said Eiji.
He handed me the shirt. It matched the pants he was wearing.
"I am not going anywhere. I'm bound to this village", said Eiji.
I slid the soft fabric of his shirt over my shoulders. My fingers fumbled with the buttons. I was so afraid of losing the comfort and the compassion he had just given. What if he's changed his mind about me? He can do so much better than me. Why would he want a pregnant woman with three children, which aren't his? He can have any woman he wants.
"Snow look at me", said Eiji.
He lifted my chin with his fingers forcing me to look into his mismatch eyes.
"I can have any woman I want in this village",
"I know", I said.
"You didn't let me finish, but the only woman I want is you", said Eiji.
There was no deception in his voice and there was no sign of it in his eyes.
"Why?" I asked.
"I love you Snow. That's the only answer I'll ever give you", said Eiji.
The words were still belong to Kakuzu. I'm not ready to say them to another man yet.
"I can't it. My heart is still so much his", I said.
"I know and won't coheres you to say them. I will wait until you are ready to speak those word. It doesn't matter if it takes ten years or a hundred", said Eiji.
What did I do to deserve such affection from this man? I cursed him and hated him then grew to care for him and broke his heart. Eiji had already fallen asleep.
"I don't understand you Eiji",
I yawned and soon gave into the calls of sleep. My eyes slowly opened. I was resting in soft silk sheets. A pair of strong arms holding me closely to a warm chest. Instead of hearing five hearts I only heard one. I forgot how wonderful it feels to be held like this. Eiji's hand rested protectively over my stomach. I wasn't going to wake him any time soon. This is far too nice to ruin. Today is Sunday no one will break his sleep on one of his few days off.
For the first in a long time I woke up relaxed. The pain of my loss wasn't as sharp. There's no guilt in my heart about what happened last night. I'm not betraying him. I'm doing what he wanted. Kakuzu wanted me to go through with a relationship with Eiji. Eiji yawned loudly and pulled me closer. We both haven't gotten this good of a sleep for a long time. I turned in his embrace so I could face him. The two of us were so close our foreheads touched.
"Any regrets?" asked Eiji.
"Yes, I have regrets, but not about last night", I said.
He ran his fingers through my hair. My body went even more at ease than was before. I started purring. Eiji was polite enough not to mention. He knew what happened to me.
"This is a good morning. It's been a long time since I last had one", I said.
"The same for me", said Eiji.
"Do we have to get up any time soon?" I asked.
"No one would dare to disturb me on one of my very few days off. If I want to stay in bed all day I'm free to. But do you have the same luxury?" asked Eiji.
"I think the nanny will be able to handle the kids until lunchtime", I said.
"Are you willing to stay in my company that long?" asked Eiji.
I nodded my head.
"I need this right now. If I don't take care of myself now I won't be any use to my children", I said.
"I'm glad you allowed me to take care of you", said Eiji.
We both weren't ready for the morning. Both of us wanted to fall under the lull of sleep once again. Eiji's eyes were already closed. I shut my eyes and prayed for sleep to take me soon. Kotaro had other ideas. He started kicking.
"Please Kotaro I need my sleep", I said.
"Tell me what to do help him relax", said Eiji.
"Kakuzu would place his hand on my stomach and would hum a song. That always worked with the twins. Maybe it will work with him too", I said.
He placed his hand large on my stomach and started humming. I had not idea what lullaby it was, but it was nothing like the one Kakuzu hummed to the twins, but it worked just as well. Kotaro started calming. A deep sleep fell over me. At twelve thirty I woke up. Eiji was still sleeping. He rarely had a chance to sleep this deeply so I won't wake him. There was a stickiness between my legs. A little guilt seeped into my heart, but I pushed it down. I summoned Doku. She knows better than to ask any questions about why I'm in Eiji's and not my own house.
"How can I be of service to you mistress?" asked Doku.
"I need you to get a fresh pair clothes and I stress don't get caught by my children or my sisters", I said.
"Of course mistress", said Doku.
She slithered off and I went into bathroom. I walked to the window. It looked freezing outside. I'm in no rush to leave the comfort and warmth to walk out in the frozen hell that awaited for me outside. By the Kotaro is born it will be summer. I took off Eiji's shirt and got into the shower. The guilt started kicking in, but it wasn't as powerful as I thought it should. That only gave me another reason to feel guilty about I go to his grave then I will go home. I put my hand stomach.
"You know I love your father right?"
My poor baby will never know his dad. When I was satisfied that my smell of sex was off me I got out of the shower. Doku placed my clothes on the counter. I quickly dressed and quietly shut the door of bedroom behind me. I walked to the graveyard and took a seat on the bench near his grave. I sighed.
Kakuzu's Perspective
I saw Snow walking into the graveyard. I smiled. I thought she wouldn't want to visit in such cold weather. She was bundled up.
"How are you today Minori?" I asked.
"First time in along time I can honestly say today was a good morning. Hopefully that will last throughout the rest of the day", said Snow.
I noticed she wasn't putting on a mask of fake emotion.
"What made this morning so wonderful?" I asked.
"I gave into comfort of another man", said Snow.
My hand to clutched armrest to try and control the anger I was feeling.
"By the look on your face I guess you disapprove", said Snow.
"Why would you do such a thing? Don't you think that's a bit quick?" I asked.
"It was either give in at that moment even though its quick I do admit or fall into a mental break down that could possible destroy my family. I know I'm supposed feel such guilt at what I did, but I was doing what my husband and I agreed to if anything were to happen to him", said Snow.
I knew by tone she wasn't exaggerating. The idea of her sleeping with another man sickens me. She's right she's only doing what we agreed to. I didn't think it would be this quick.
"I still love him and I'm doing what he wanted. Both my family and I aren't ready for a pubic relationship. That would be far too stressing for my children. They deserve a good life. Maybe when they're grown up and capable of understanding I will be ready for a public relationship", said Snow.
My jaw locked with anger.
"I should take my leave. It's obvious you do not want my company. I don't need someone making me regret an action that took such pain away. A pain that I've dealing with for too long. The pain I've hid away from most of my family", said Snow.
I didn't say anything. If I open my mouth I won't be able to stop my anger. Snow managed to get off the bench by herself and walked back home. I found some far away from the village and let my anger out. By the time I cooled down I was surround by destruction. She was only doing what I told. The pain she allowed to seep into voice was real. If she didn't give into Eiji she would most likely have broken down both physically and mentally. Snow wasn't being selfish she was doing what was for our family. If she broke our family would break with her.
As far as Snow knows I am dead. I couldn't stop the feeling of jealousy and rage. Snow wasn't at fault for her actions. If I was smart enough to escape that battle with those brats I could be with my wife and children. But here I am entrapped by my own body watching another man slowly take my place in my family.
"What caused you to react like this?"
I cringed when I heard that voice.
"What do you want Kabuto?" I growled.
"I'm only here for entertainment. It's fun watching you suffer", said Kabuto.
"You've had your fun then", I said.
"You still haven't answered my question. What caused this reaction from you?" asked Kabuto.
I'm not telling him what Snow did. She's healing. After all my treasure has been through she deserves a chance to recover and have a normal life.
"The idea that I have to spend the rest of my undying life a servant to you", I said.
"Kakuzu you are not my servant. You are my slave. Now I order you to tell me", said Kabuto.
"I don't have to follow your orders in this form", I said.
"I can easily change what state you're in. If you don't follow my orders in this state I will take away your free will and command you to kill your precious children", said Kabuto.
This boy has the capability to make me destroy the only innocence I helped bring into this world.
"Now do I have your attention?" asked Kabuto.
I nodded my head.
"Answer", commanded Kabuto.
"She slept with another man", I said.
He flinched.
"Who?" he asked.
"No one you can touch without getting killed in the process", I said.
"She's done well for herself capturing five hearts without your assistance", said Kabuto.
Five hearts; Kabuto, Takumi, Deidara, Eiji, and mine.
"Is the child growing in her womb belong to you?" asked Kabuto.
"The child is mine. Stay away from her", I said.
"I won't go anywhere near her at least not until that parasite growing inside her is taken care of", said Kabuto.
"My son is not a parasite!" I growled.
"Heh, different perspectives", said Kabuto.
"What are your plans for her? You can't kidnap a guardian of one the most powerful villages without bring attention to yourself. You should leave. Snow's probably already sensed your presence", I said.
"That's probably true, but she wouldn't risk hunting me down herself while with child. Especially when its yours", said Kabuto.
"She will never be yours", I said.
"Don't be so confident", said Kabuto before he finally left.
Snow's Perspective
I made it home. The twins came running toward me as soon as I opened the door.
"Mommy!" they yelled.
Rose started squirming in her playpen when she heard me. Betty looked stress.
"Sorry for taking so long", I said.
"It isn't a problem", said Betty.
"How did they behave?" I asked.
Saizo and Hazel instantly looked at the ground in an attempt to hid their guilt.
"Hazel, Saizo",
"Go on tell your mother", said Betty.
"I ripped up Kisa because Hazel made fun of my problem", said Saizo.
"You mean your bed wetting you big baby", said Hazel.
"Hazel you know better. And I know you did something to get even with your brother", I said.
"I tore up Teddy", said Hazel.
"Apologize to each other", I said.
"Sorry", they said to each other.
Both of them tired and fussy they must have not slept well last night. The thunder storms have a way of doing that to them.
"Can you fix Kisa and Teddy?" asked Saizo.
"Yes, I can repair them", I said.
Betty showed me the scraps of Kisa and Teddy. They can be repaired. Both Saizo and Hazel needed a nap.
"Mommy where were you?" asked Saizo.
"I couldn't travel in the storm", I said.
"Why did you not come until now?" asked Hazel.
"I slept in. And you two know what time it is", I said.
Both of them were too tired to argue you about nap-time. I tucked each of them into bed. I signed a check for babysitting.
"Again I'm sorry for being late", I said.
"I'm actually happy you. You're slowly recovering. I'm happy you are improving", said Betty.
"Thanks", I said.
I fed Rose and cradled her in my arms until she fell asleep. I wrapped her in a blanket and placed her in her crib.
"Sleep well", I said before I kissed her gently on the forehead.
My whole body tensed when I sensed the presence of another snake sage. Orochimaru is dead and even if he was alive he wouldn't do something as stupid as coming here. Who else knows Ryuchi Cave? My canines sharpened into fangs, and my vision became clearer in response to the sage's presence. Whoever this person is they're in my territory? THEY ARE NEAR MY CHILDREN! I fought off my instincts to charge after them. Whoever this person is they're a danger. If I can't face the intruder myself I'll do the next best thing.
Kabuto's Perspective
I heard someone following me.
"It's been far too long Snow", I said.
She made her appearance. Snow was using some sort of transformation jutsu. It hid her pregnancy. Her pupils and glaring at me. The purple markings around her eyes matched mine.
"You're in my territory", she growled.
"I know you wouldn't risk putting your baby at risk. What jutsu are you using?" I asked.
She glared at me.
"How did you find Ryuchi Cave?" asked Snow.
"When I transferred Orochimaru's DNA into mine I also absorbed to information in his mind", said Kabuto.
"I can't believe the White Snake Sage accept you as his stundent", said Snow.
"Jealous?" I asked.
She shook her head.
"What are you doing here?" asked Snow.
"Checking up on a project", I said.
"I don't like the sound of that", said Snow.
"You should be more trusting of me Snow. I would much rather talk to you in person", I said.
I threw a kunai at her. It hit her in the shoulder. She disappeared into a cloud of smoke. When it cleared a fifteen-foot snake appeared. It was Doku. One of Snow's favorite summons. I'm lucky she didn't summon Mamba.
"Communicating through one your summons smart. I can't help being a little hurt. You know I wouldn't hurt you", I said.
"Yes, I'm well aware you wouldn't hurt me, but my children and unborn baby are another story", said Snow.
"A protective mother I didn't expect any different", I said.
"Yes, I'm very protective over my children. Kabuto, if you go anywhere near them I will make you regret ever meeting me. Now leave my territory", said Snow.
"Good bye Snow", I said.
Snow's Perspective
I freed Doku of the jutsu. This is very bad. I summoned Pearl.
"I need you to get Eiji", I said.
She nodded her head and took off. Twenty minutes later Eiji arrived.
"Those are the marking of a snake sage. It compliments your eyes perfectly", said Eiji.
I took a deep breath and felt my body ease back to its normal form.
"Is your distress state due to what we did last night?" asked Eiji.
"I'm not talking about what happened last night when my children are so near. But no that isn't the reason", I said.
I walked to the couch and I started stitching together Kisa. Kakuzu could do this in seconds. Eiji sat down next me on the couch.
"Kabuto made an unwanted visit", I said.
"I can send my men after him. He might still be close", said Eiji.
"Don't his sage level shinobi its too risky. Besides what's the point if he wanted to harm my children and me he would have done it already", I said.
"I didn't even sense his presence. How did you?" asked Eiji.
"He's physically altered his DNA. Kabuto managed to bind Orochimaru's DNA to his. Along with Orochimaru's power Kabuto also gained his knowledge too, which lead him to Rychui Cave. Fellow snake sage's can sense each other's presence", I said.
"What did he want?" asked Eiji.
"I have no idea, but he did something that concerned me. He said he was checking up on a project", I said.
"Do you have any idea what that could be?" asked Eiji.
"No"
"Could it have anything to do with you?" asked Eiji.
"It's possible Kabuto has strong feelings for me that I never returned. He refused to accept that I didn't love him", I said.
"How unhealthy is his obsession with you?" Eiji.
"Enough to make him attack without thinking, which is rare for him. He's older he won't make as many risks as before", I said.
"How far do think he'll go to get you back?" asked Eiji.
"I don't think he will do something as stupid as trying to take my children. Its far too dangerous", I said.
"I want to give you a guard. I won't take no for an answer", said Eiji.
"Eiji, Kabuto could ruin everything I have. I would be forced to run", I said.
"I won't allow that to happen", said Eiji.
"You should go I know I've probably made more work for than you've wanted on you day off", I said.
"Don't be afraid to tell me anything no matter how you think it will affect my day", said Eiji.
"Thank you", I said.
"I will find you a guard", said Eiji.
"Whoever my guard is they have to my children's protection comes before mine", I said.
"The person I choose will protect both you and your children properly", said Eiji.
I gave him a quick kiss on the cheek.
Eiji's Perspective
All I want to do is to keep her family safe. If anything were to happen to her children she will break. I went to my office. The man I was looking for was already waiting for me.
"Why did you call me sir?" he asked.
"After all this time you know better than to call me that", I said.
"Heh, force of habit sensei",
He took off his mask.
"What name shall you go by this time?" I asked.
"Kotori"
"You're my most trusted friend and ally I wouldn't allow anyone else to take this assignment", I said.
"What's my mission?" he asked.
"You will be Lady Minori's personal guard", I said.
He frowned.
"You shouldn't have that expression. Many anbu captains would literally kill to have this job", I said.
"You know I don't enjoy social situations", said Kotori.
"I know, but you aren't well versed in social aspects. You must improve in it or you're going to end up a lonely old hermit. Besides Minori is much more interesting them she seems", I said.
I filled him in on some of Snow history, but not much.
"I never thought she would be that powerful. I understand why this Kabuto is so interested in her", said Kotori.
"To warn you she's a danger herself. Especially with those mood swings", I said.
"How long will I be on this assignment?" asked Kotori.
"This might be a permanent", I said.
"Are you offering me a chance at retirement?" asked Kotori.
"I've taught three groups of students. You've willing worked the longest in anbu. If you stay any longer you might lose out on a chance to start your own family", I said.
"Me with a family?" said Kotori.
"Yes, maybe you'll be more intrested in the idea after spending a few weeks with Minori's family"
I heard the door open. Kotori quickly put on his mask.
"Is-
"The name is Kotori", he said.
"Kazumi, now I'm only missing one of my students", I said.
"Well Kotori I thought you would be more trusting of me. We've been teammates for eighteen years now. You are still far too serous", said Kazumi.
"And you are still far too childish", said Kotori.
Almost like to the old times. The door to my office opened again.
"Sorry for being late", said Noriko.
Her mess of curly purple hair hung in he face. Noriko's dark eyes gleamed with curiosity. She has one of the brilliant minds I've ever seen when mixing ninjutsu and science.
"There's my lovely wife", said Kazumi.
They kissed and Kotori groaned.
"I'm surprised you're not used to this by now", I said.
"Why did you call us here?" Noriko.
"I have a mission to you Noriko", I said.
"Wait, she's retired you can't send her on a mission", said Kazumi.
"That's reason you're here Kazumi. I knew you would have objections. But the choice is up to your wife", I said.
"She's retired and our kids don't have anyone to watch them. I can do her mission", said Kazumi.
"No, you can't this mission is suited for her talents not yours. And why can't you watch over the kids? You're just as capable as your wife", I said.
"What's my mission sensei?" asked Noriko.
"You know of Orochimaru", I said.
"Yes, he made a mockery of my field of work. I'm grateful he's dead", growled Noriko.
"He has a student whose surpassed him. Kabuto is his name. He managed to sneak into village and get to Minori-
"Is she alright?" asked Kazumi.
"Yes",
"I'm happy Lady Minori is healthy, but can you tell me more about my mission", said Noriko.
"Kabuto told her he was watching over a project in the village. I want you to discover what that project is and how much of threat it is. You'll access to full anbu files", I said.
"Good luck with the kids, Kazumi", said Noriko.
"You three are dismissed", I said.
The three of them vanished.
Snow's Perspective
I was setting dinner when there was knock at the door. Before I could answer it Hazel opened the door.
"Mommy there's some ninja at the door", said Hazel.
I went to the door and stepped outside. The man standing on my front porch was one of anbu. He was dressed in black and he wore a mask that covered his mouth and nose. His hair black hair was shoulder length and a golden feather was woven into it. His eyes were a dark purple. He stood at about 5'11.
"So you're my guard?" I asked.
"Yes, my name is Kotori. I'll stand watch out here", he said.
"No you won't", I said.
I grabbed his hand and pulled him into the house.
"Who are you?" asked Hazel.
"I'm your mother's personal guard. My name is Kotori", he answered.
"Are you any good?" asked Saizo.
"I'm very good", said Kotori.
Saizo was eyeing the chain and sickle at Kotori's waist.
"Dinner is ready you will join us", I said.
I practically shoved him down in seat at the table. Saizo sat down next to Kotori. Hazel's eyes went wide when Kotori pulled down his mask to eat. I saw why he has a beautiful face, but it wasn't my type. The twins fell sleep soon after dinner. I made a cup of tea and settled on the couch. I heard someone outside. He motioned for me to stay put.
"I'll get it", said Kotori.
Kakuzu's Perspective
I have to apologize to her. I shouldn't have let the disapproval I felt seep into my expression. I can't take the idea of her not speaking to me again. I was close to her house. I the glint of metal coming in my direction and easily dodged the sickle that was thrown at me. I grabbed the chain pulled wielder into view.
"Who are you?" I asked.
"I should be asking you that", he said.
He came at me and I deflected each of his attack. I'm not mood for this right now.
"Will you two idiots stop? At this rate you'll wake up my children", said Snow.
"Who is this man?" asked the man.
"This is Goemon the grounds keeper and this is Kotori my personal guard. But what I don't know is why you're here Goemon", said Snow.
"To apologize", I said.
"You didn't have to do that", said Snow.
"I didn't need to, but I wanted to", I said.
"I forgive you", said Snow.
She returned to the house. Kotori glared at me.