The Devils' Search

"Where are we going, teme?" Naruto has just finished having coffee at Sasuke's place when the raven comes in with a silk cloth and say they are going for a ride. He takes Naruto into the car, blindfolds him, and lets him know that if he tries to take the cloth off then he would handcuff his hands behind his back. Naruto quickly decides not to touch it as he's sure he heard the clinking of cuffs.

"Just shut up and keep the blindfold on." Sasuke's voice holds annoyance entwined with amusement.

"I swear if this is some kinky public bullshit." Though if he's honest with himself…that does sound interesting. "Is this kinky public stuff?" The chuckle given is low, dark, and lusty. "Oh shut up." He doesn't have to see him to know he had that annoyingly sexy smirk on those unnaturally sexy lips.

"Iie. I'm sure Itachi will not appreciate it if anyone catches us." Then again, he might find it amusing. Deidara certainly would. He pulls the car over and quickly helps Naruto get out. He positions him in the correct direction and then undoes the knot.

The blindfold falls away, giving Naruto a view to the entrance of a nice restaurant building. One that Naruto has been scouting for a while. The blond feels full shock as he looks at the name 'Rasengan Ramen' proudly displayed in elegant letters on the sign. His eyes widen. "No way." He looks to Sasuke with wonder and hope in those beautiful eyes. "You really…did the payment?"

Sasuke nods and hands him the keys. "Figured since you'll lose this pay, I might as well help out." He gives a small smile. "I can have people get it set up as well if you want. The estimate is it should be ready for first customers in one week." He gives a soft chuckle. "Well, once you get the staff here of course." He has a feeling Naruto will use the same staff that's been with him since the beginning. Then he'll probably hire fresh people later on. That's just Naruto. He won't replace but will still offer opportunities for newbies.

Naruto grins and without thought kisses him. "Arigato, Sasuke." Finally. Rasengan Ramen is going to be in a bigger and better location! He's already started to make a name for his food but he still needed money to take that next step. Assassin work helps out but he really doesn't want to just kill people forever. He wants to sell the world his ramen! He suddenly pauses. "You know…you didn't have to do this. It's not like we're really dating."

The raven raises a brow. "Neh?"

Blue eyes widen. "Wait. Are we really dating?" Hope fills his voice. Hope that he didn't even realize has been there in his heart.

Sasuke gives a rare smile (the ones that Naruto has realized he only shows to him and Itachi) and kisses him. "Dobe."

Naruto blushes and returns the kiss. He says it again, "Arigato Sasuke." For everything. The next kiss starts out passionate and turns to almost filthy. He pulls back with an excited grin. "Wanna fuck in my new office?"

Sasuke laughs true at that, his eyes lighting up and looking like an angel almost. A very sexy angel of course. "Sounds fine to me. I don't feel like doing paperwork for the club right now anyway." They go inside the building laughing and hands already getting their clothes off. When they get inside the office, Naruto isn't surprised to find really nice furniture already set up. A comfy chair, two nice small sofas with a table in between. And, of course, a desk that looks like it'll be really fun today.

-o-

The day before Rasengan is set to open, the two make another public announcement in celebration and to further promote. Which means, from the moment the doors opened, customers from all over quickly flock to it. Sometimes because of Naruto's connection to Sasuke, but most actually come for his food from the start. Naruto doesn't mind either way. As long as people leave full and happy, he feels like he has succeeded.

Naruto looks up from the table he's wiping to say goodbye to Ino who is heading out. They've only been open for one week and already they are constantly filled. He loves it! He pauses when he sees a certain raven waiting for him by the door. A bright smile lights up his face and he goes over to give the Uchiha a kiss. "I didn't know you would be here!"

Sasuke rolls his eyes. "Of course, you didn't. I didn't tell you. That's how a surprise works." He grunts at a punch to his arm but still smirks.

Naruto laughs with another smile. "Let me finish up here and we can go home." He moved in with Sasuke four days ago. There is no point in Naruto keeping his old place when he stays at Sasuke's all the time. Once Naruto locks the office and then the front door they walk to Sasuke's car, Zetsu waiting behind the wheel.

Sasuke waits until they're both in and heading off before dropping the bomb. "My mother wants to meet you, Naruto."

Naruto tenses. He's known this will happen soon as they've been public for a while now. "Should I be worried?" He glances to his boyfriend. He isn't too sure he likes the expression. "And I'm guessing that this is the actual surprise."

Sasuke sighs. "Gomen Naruto. We have to do this. Don't be a dobe in front of my parents." The fact he doesn't answer the question worries Naruto even more. Once the blond nods he continues. "It's tonight. I would have told you sooner but Otousan only just told me it a few hours ago." Which is on par for Fugaku. Everyone operates on his schedule.

Naruto nods again, giving a hesitant smile. "Will they kill me because I was hired to kill you?"

At that, luckily, Sasuke shakes his head. "Not kill." Though possibly something else. Makes sense considering their world. The raven holds his hand, squeezing it tightly. "I'll be right there with you." Those six words manages to calm all of Naruto's nerves. At least for now.

The car stops and they get out. Naruto blinks at the sheer size of the home. "Whoa. This is kind of impressive."

Sasuke chuckles at that and rolls his eyes. "We're an old and rather large family. Makes sense that our main home is this size." He takes the blonde's hand and leads him up to the front door, pressing the doorbell.

The door opens to show a beautiful woman who immediately pulls Sasuke into a hug. "Oh Sasuke! I'm so happy to see you."

Naruto can't help grinning in amusement at the awkward look on his lover's face. Once her eyes move to him though, he lowers it to a smile and bows. "Konnichiwa Uchiha-san. Uzumaki, Naruto."

She giggles softly and bows back. "Oh, simply call me Mikoto. Let's come in." She steps aside and leads them both in, closing the door behind them. Shoes are exchanged for house slippers and then they go further in to where Fugaku is waiting for them. "This is my husband Fugaku. Love, this is Naruto-san."

Naruto bows in respect. "It's wonderful to meet you Uchiha-san." No way will he use this man's first name.

Especially when Fugaku immediately starts the questioning. "Itachi told us you're in our area of work. Explain that if you will."

Naruto nods. "Hai. I was an assassin hired to off Sasuke. But when I actually got to know him, I changed my mind. He's a good person, for our world at least." He looks to Sasuke and smiles.

Fugaku raises a brow. "So you two suddenly going public was an announcement to your employers that you quit?"

Naruto grins. "Hai, sir. It was actually Itachi-san's idea. While we were doing the mock-dates we actually fell for each other." He blushes a bit. "And then when Sasuke paid for my new restaurant location…well yeah."

Fugaku nods, easily accepting that answer. If his eldest approves of this then that's a plus. "Itachi has a very keen eye for things like this."

Naruto gets a somewhat teasing look in his eye when he looks at Sasuke. "And I promise I'll never hurt him. I can even protect him." That earns him a punch that he obviously expected.

Fugaku clears his throat and gets their attention. "I will admit I didn't expect such honesty. I give my blessing with my own honesty. That if you do ever hurt my son, you will be dealing with three angry Uchihas. Not just Itachi."

Naruto nods. "Of course. I will expect nothing less."

Dinner follows soon after. About ten minutes into the meal Mikoto brings up a new topic. "So tell me about your restaurant."

"Well, where I grew up it was difficult to get good quality food because of the prices. I decided to change that. I learned how to cook and began cooking for food banks. Someone suggested I should open my own ramen shop. I was a bit hesitant at first but I realized that I can simply put prices on it that I know people can easily afford." He can sense Sasuke's eyes on him. "I'd love to give you a free meal sometime, Mikoto-san."

Mikoto smiles wide. "Oh lovely. I definitely approve." The rest of dinner is in a peaceful aura with Naruto complimenting the food and Fugaku speaking with Sasuke about some business.

Soon they find themselves leaving the large home and going into the car. Once the door closes Zetsu heads off. The ride is in a nice silence with them holding hands. The silence continues all the way inside. Naruto can't hold back his grin. "That went great! I think they really like me. And your okaasan can definitely cook!" He follows Sasuke to the bedroom.

Sasuke nods and begins undressing. "They definitely approve of you." Relief can be heard. He doesn't want to admit it but he had been worried about how Fugaku would take the whole assassin thing. He feels bare skin pressed against his back and chuckles. Strong arms surround him and a mouth begins to kiss and nip at his neck. "Mmmm. Guessing you want to celebrate?"

Naruto chuckles and his hands move down to Sasuke's hips. "Of course. I love celebrating with you."

Sasuke laughed and turns to kiss him. "Well then. I can't deny you something you love."

Naruto's eyes give a beautiful shine to it and his voice lowers. "Then you can never deny me you." Another kiss is initiated which very quickly turns into a more passionate and physical thing.

On the second dinner three days later Naruto decides to let it be known he can give birth. He makes sure to ask Sasuke to tell Itachi to be there too, figuring it will make more sense to tell everyone at once. After the meal he has every gather in the living room. He and Sasuke face the three Uchiha sitting on the couch. "So the main reason I wanted you all here is to tell you that I'm able to give birth." Best to be straight forward with this.

Mikoto smiles and claps her hands together. "Oh I love that! Sasuke sweety, you caught a good one."

Fugaku chuckles. "I'm actually glad about this. Now the next generation can be born naturally." Itachi had been willing to use a surrogate.

Sasuke sees Itachi is a bit surprised and at the same time confused. "I figured it wasn't my thing to tell." He figures Itachi wanted to ask why he wasn't told but didn't want to be rude.

And it's confirmed when Itachi smiles and nods. "Understandable." He looks to Naruto. "You always manage to surprise me."

Naruto does a playful bow. "Arigato! I try my best." Straightens up and laughs at the light punch from Sasuke. He looks over to see the man roll his eyes with a fond smile.

That night as they lay in bed, Naruto brings something up. "So, Fugaku-san mentioned the next generation being born." When he sees the nod signaling Sasuke remembers, he sits up. His torso is bare and the sheet pooled in his lap. Rather tantalizing for sure. "Do you want any?"

Sasuke gives a look of surprise by the question. He sits up and after some thought his expression turns to curiosity. "I suppose so." Finally the realization begins to slowly creep in.

Without hesitation Naruto straddles his love's lap and places arms around strong shoulders. He feels gentle hands on his waist. "Want to start now?"

Sasuke raises a brow. "Naruto. Isn't it too early in this relationship to start a family? We're not even married. We literally just started dating."

To that Naruto merely clicks his tongue. "Tch. We both know this is forever. So why wait? I have my restaurant and I have you. Now all I need is some tiny Sasukes running around the house."

Sasuke laughs. That thought is a rather amusing and satisfying one. "So you'll be stopping your birth control?"

Naruto captures his lips in a passionate kiss. When they break for air Naruto says in a lust-filled voice, "Yeah. I'll stop taking it tonight. It'll take a bit to get out of my system but it's always good to practice."

Sasuke really likes that idea. "Practice makes perfect." He doesn't actually believe that as there is no such thing as perfect action. Mistakes always happen. A perfect being? Definitely. And he is going to make some babies with that being.

-o-

Itachi has started to worry about Orochimaru. "The Sound hasn't seemed to respond to Naruto betraying them. It's already been over two months so their lack of action is worrying. It shows that they're actually going to plan this out." He was really hoping this would cause them to act on impulse or something. Make a mistake.

Sasuke sighs. "If Zetsu can't do it himself, we need to find someone else who can help." He's become rather tense ever since the pregnancy tests came back positive.

Itachi frowns. "I don't like the thought of someone on the outside being brought in."

"Same. But we don't have much of an option. This needs to be done. Especially now." He's lucky Fugaku and Mikoto haven't realized the danger yet. Because at some point they probably will.

The elder nods. "Agreed." He then raises a brow. "Is 'especially now' because you're planning something?"

Sasuke thinks about lying but knows it's no use against Itachi. "We're starting a family. His tests were positive." He'd actually taken three tests just to be sure. A bit overkill but if it made his blond happy, he wouldn't argue.

Itachi smiles and kisses his head. "We will keep everyone safe."

Two days later, Itachi is waiting for the line to be picked up. He's had a few potentials picked out ahead of time. He's been thinking of getting help since the first five days of no action from Sound after Naruto and Sasuke went public. He was just hoping he would never need it.

"Mochi mochi."

"Handrid Mikio." He uses the deep voice that gets across power. "We have a job offer for you."

"No offense, but I prefer to know who I'm talking to."

Itachi chuckles. "Very true. We are S and I."

The long silence that follows says everything they need to know. "Who?"

"Don't play dumb now. We know of your prison record and your involvement with the drug trade. To stay under the radar like this takes skill. Skill we can use. In exchange you will be rewarded."

"Not interested." Although he didn't hang up. Meaning he is in fact interested.

Itachi smirks, eyes shining in victory. "We have some rats that are good at hiding and we need an exterminator. You will be offered protection from others in our world and paid more than you'll know what to do with."

A swallow is heard. "I don't kill people."

Itachi nods to his brother next to him. "You will merely find them for us. We will take care of it from there."

The voice is wary. "How did you get my number or even hear about me?"

"No one hides from us." His tone is like ice. "You have 24 hours to reply. Use the number logged in your phone." He hands up and full faces Sasuke. "And now to wait."

Sasuke frowns, clenching his jaw slightly. "That's the part I hate."

Itachi sighs. "For once I agree." He usually has better patience than his brother but this is different. It's about his family's safety.

-o-

The day after disposing of Handrid they close the club and get everyone together for the first time. They need to inform them that all efforts will be fully spent on finding Orochimaru. Everyone must do their part.

Naruto clears his throat. "I can help." When Sasuke opens his mouth to obviously say no, Naruto holds up his hand to stop him. "I have a friend named Kakashi. He is really good at reconnaissance." He continues when he sees he has everyone's attention. "He's really hard to get in touch with if you're not already on his list of friends." Meaning that the best way to bring him in is for Naruto to speak to him about it personally.

Sasuke looks to his brother in thought, both locking eyes. With a nod, Sasuke turns back to the blond. "If you trust him, we do." Which is saying a lot considering what just happened. But in no way will Naruto turn on them. Not when he's part of the reason they're doing this.

Zetsu, their spy and intel member of Akatsuki, spoke up. "I have heard of him. We have never brushed up but I have dealt with others who met him. He has the high skills that will help." He is very annoyed that he can't seem to find Orochimaru himself.

Another member is Kakuzu. He handles all financial aspects of Akatsuki and Taka, including collecting debts. "We can easily afford to close the clubs for 'renovations' until this is taken care of." Which is actually surprising that he's so easily accepted it. Or maybe not surprising as his loyalty is the only thing that battles his love for money.

Hidan, a loud foul-mouthed violent man who collects those targeted to be brought in, lets out a laugh and slaps the man on the back. He gets a glare at that and seems to grow even more excited. He handles clean-ups and did the disposal work for Handrid. "So once Kabuto's location is known, I get to be the one bringing in the piece of filth. Right boss?" When Itachi nods, he pumps his fist in the air. "Fuck yeah, boss! Gonna get that fucking dog shit real good!" He lets out a slightly insane laugh.

Sasuke turns to his people. "Karin. You will start get information from all of our contacts. Jugo and Suigetsu will help interrogate them." Suigetsu is much like Hidan in his job. Collect and torture. Jugo is more like the muscle. His job is to help with difficult catches, and sometimes to keep Suigetsu in check.

Itachi gives a similar command to Sasori before turning his eyes to his lover. "Deidara will be Naruto's shadow." Deidara nods at that.

Naruto shrugs. "Sure. Deidara's pretty cool." He knows there is no point in fighting Itachi, especially when Sasuke agrees for extra protection. Usually he would be insulted but instead he just feels loved. When Deidara nods, Naruto raises a brow. "It's interesting that Itachi has double the people."

Sasuke merely grunts. "Three is all I can tolerate. Itachi has more patience than I do, simple as that."

Itachi pats his head teasingly. "Glad you've seen the light, otouto." He gets hand smacked away but feels loved from the action. He feels responsible for the Sound (and essentially Orochimaru) finding out about Naruto's pregnancy. It wasn't what he meant when flushing them out.

Sasuke's eyes narrow. "Stop that, Itachi. This isn't your fault. So don't go blaming yourself. Got it?"

Itachi lets out a small sigh but then nods. No point in focusing on something like that. They have better and more important things to focus on.

-o-

Zetsu, Karin, and Kakashi manage to find Kabuto's location by backtracking everything Handrid Mikio did. Including the calls. Kakashi specifically finds it amusing that the only reason they have found Kabuto is because he convinced Handrid Mikio to double-cross the Uchihas. And without further waiting, Hidan is sent in for collection. Within an hour he brings the bag of shit in.

Kabuto wakes up in a dark empty room. He's cuffed to a chair that is bolted to the floor. His eyes move around the room before locking onto Itachi. "I would rather die than betray Orochimaru!" He obviously knows exactly why he's there.

Itachi smirks with sadistic amusement flashing in his eyes. "But there is so much more we can do with you alive." He turns and leaves the room only to be replaced by Deidara and Sasori. Itachi goes into the next room, taking the spot by Sasuke to watch through the one-way mirror. "It begins."

Sasori's fist slams into his gut. Deidara's fist cracks his jaw. Sasori's knife pierces his leg. Deidara breaks an arm. At that, Kabuto yells out in agony and manages to punch Deidara back with his other hand. "You're nothing! You're just Uchiha's whore!"

Sasori lets out a whistle as even he knows what is about to happen from that comment. So, he decides to take a few steps away. "Go at it, brat."

"I am no one's whore. Unlike you with your fucked up boss." Deidara snarls and punches Kabuto hard in the dick.

Which was the breaking point. Because when Sasori moves to join in again, he caves. "He has a base camp in the Factory District!" As soon as the location is said, Sasuke goes into the room and shoots the scum. He holsters his gun and leaves. "Zetsu. Take me home." He needs Naruto right now.

At the Uchiha home, Naruto meets him at the door. At the look he says, "Itachi texted me. He said that you're a bit worked up right now." He smiles. "I started us a bath. Let's go soak and relax." Within minutes they are relaxing against each other in their rather large bath. Naruto's fingers run through Sasuke's hair, massaging his scalp. He's pretty sure if the Uchiha was a cat he would be purring. "When will you be doing the hit?"

Sasuke grunts and shifts slightly to prevent himself falling asleep. His love has amazing fingers. "Once Orochimaru's location is confirmed, Itachi and I will go there."

"Do you plan to torture or simply kill him?"

Sasuke sighs, unsure of which one. He knows Itachi will let him decide. "What do you think we should do?"

"Just finish him off. He doesn't deserve to live any longer than he already has." The blond grunts. "And he didn't even deserve that."

Sasuke chuckles in agreement and kisses him. "Very well. That's what we'll do."

Four hours later, Sasuke gets the text that Zetsu and Kakashi have confirmed the location. The plan is simple. Hidan and Suigetsu will block off all exits while Sasuke and Itachi wait in the office, positioning themselves directly in front of the desk to wait for the disgusting man to appear.

Half an hour later Orochimaru finally comes into his office mumbling to himself. He freezes when he turns on the light and realizes the Uchihas are waiting for him. He puts on a brave face and opens his mouth as if to speak. Probably to insult them. Instead he finds Sasuke's gun pointed right against his forehead.

"Die." Sasuke pulls the trigger and shoots the scum through the head with a silencer. He holsters it and turns to lock eyes with his brother. "Let's get out of here."

Thirty minutes later Naruto looks up as the front door opens then closes, hearing Itachi and Sasuke talking. He gets up and quickly goes out to the entrance hall. "It's done?" His eyes move fast as if checking for injuries without making it obvious.

Sasuke smiles and comes over. He kisses his blond hard and holds him tight. He pulls back enough to say, "Yes. You both are safe now." A pale slender hand is placed over Naruto's stomach and the next kiss is soft, full of love and caring. "Zetsu will take us home."

Itachi chuckles but doesn't interfere, instead choosing to go to find Deidara. "Finally. This has needed to happen for a long time."

Deidara nods. "Hai." He stretches with a happy smile. "Let's go home, hm? I want to celebrate with you."

Itachi laughs and pulls him close to kiss. "Sounds good to me. Do you have your car?"

"Hai! Let's go, yeah?" At Itachi's nod they head out. Deidara isn't even surprised anymore when Itachi holds out his hand for the key. If the man wants to keep protecting him then so be it. Besides, this way Deidara can watch the sexy man as he seamlessly moves through traffic. There is definitely a lot to celebrate tonight. The end of the danger and the beginning of the expansion of the Uchiha family.

Note: And here's the 4th out of 5! Next chapter will involve the pregnancy and also focus a lot more on Itachi and Deidara's relationship. ALSO, There will be a side story involving the three sex scenes that did not happen. Naruto's new office, making a baby, and ItaDei celebration. Its title is The Devils' Search Playtime. I hope everyone liked this chapter. So far the story is turning out exactly how I want and I'm glad to hear that you guys are enjoying it.