Sasuke sighed, already annoyed by the members of his group.

"S-Shut up, Suigetsu!" The red headed woman yelled, slamming her fist into the white haired males face. He stood still, letting the limb pass right through as his head liquefied into water. "Freak." She grumbled, lowering her hand in dissatisfaction.

"Guys," Jugo, a large orange haired male intervened, holding up his hands. "Please, try not to fight." Karin lifted her nose in distaste, turning away from the Suigetsu as his face began reforming.

"Whatever," she spat. "Just keep that idiot away from me."

"Knock it off." Sasuke finally spoke, eyeing the group through dull eyes. "Karin, stop bullying Suigetsu." The white haired male grinned, showing off his row of sharp teeth. "Suigetsu, stop pestering Karin."

"Fine.."

"What the hell is that?" Karin squealed, watching as a snake slithered up the dark haired boys arm.

"Hakuba." The snake hissed quietly as a scroll appeared in his masters hand. "She made a decision already?"

"Not exactly, sir." Hakuba replied. Sasuke's eyebrows scrunched together in confusion, but opened the scroll no less. "Miyu-sama needs more time to 'think clearly' as she put it."

"Who is Miyu?" Karin asked, turning to her other two companions. Jugo shrugged in reply, obviously not knowing either.

"Oh! Miyu? She's this really cute girl who was at the hideout." Suigetsu spoke up, smiling as he recalled the little ravenette.

"A girl?" Karin repeated, feeling jealousy bubble up within her.

"Yeah," he chuckled. "She's tiny, and doesn't look like she could harm a fly. But she's got spunk." Suigetsu could see the fire in Karin's eyes as he went on about the onyx eyed beauty. She was jealous. He could see it written on her face. "She's gorgeous too, and really close to Sasuke."

That did it. Karin was gritting her teeth, trying to stay calm.

Anyone could hear the last thread of her patience snap. And in an instant, she was lunging at the white haired teen, trying to take her anger and jealousy out on someone.

Sasuke, who had been watching from the corner of his eye, lightly chuckled in amusement. Suigetsu had met his dear little sister quite a few times, since the snake bastard didn't like having her around. Most of the times he had to move hide outs, she was left behind.

It was during those times, she spent hanging out with Suigetsu. He had been able to bring her back from the depths of her depression when she was dealing with Naruto's 'death', and Sasuke had to be greatful. His cheerful attitude saved her, along with his good listening skills.

But it seemed that the teen had developed a crush on the girl, which always put Sasuke on alert.

"Sir."

Sasuke attention was once again on the snake around his wrist who gestured with his tail to the scroll. With a sigh, Sasuke eyed the short reply from his twin.

I want to see you.

That was all she wrote.

A small, unnoticeable smile crept onto his lips. He did have a few errands to run, and it seemed that his sister was in his head again. The place he was going was extremely close to Konoha, if not apart of it.

An old shop that had dedicated service to the Uchiha clan. Granny Cat would most likely be thrilled to see the two baby Uchiha again. It had been years since their last visit, after all.

He wrote a reply beneath hers, mentally smirking.

You know where. In one weeks time, I will meet you there.

Rolling the scroll back up, Sasuke allowed the small snake to wrap around it before he poofed away to deliver the message.

"S-Sasuke?" Said boy looked up at the girl who looked utterly worried. "Who is this Miyu girl to you?" She asked, eyes wide with 'innocence' as she pursed her lips.

"None of your concern," he replied coldly, hoping that this little scandal would keep Karin away from him. "Let's go."

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{Konoha}

Naruto sighed, hands braced against the water fall created for his training. He could feel eyes on him, but not the eyes he wanted. It was a worried gaze from his instructor, and Kakashi-sensei.

Time had passed, and they resumed his training, almost as if nothing happened. But something had happened.

It was Miyu.

She had grown distant, and he didn't understand why. It un-nerved him to say the least.

He had tried talking to her, but the most he would get were gentle 'No's', or a simple shake of the head. There may have been a nod, but she said No so much, he couldn't remember.

She was worrying him. Her behavior had changed since they heard about Orochimaru's death.

Its been three days.

Naruto narrowed his eyes on the waterfall, pushing his chakra out.

Nothing happened.

"Naruto!" The blonde looked down at the silver haired man. "We're done for the day. Go home." A nod was the mans reply as Naruto jumped down and grabbed his clothing, not bothering to put them on since he was soaked. There were no goodbyes as he raced home to see his Miyu.

When he got there, she was sitting on the couch, knees curled into her chest with her arms hanging loosely around them. Her eyes were blank as she stared ahead, not moving as he crouched in front of her.

"Hey, I'm home." He said, watching as her eyes seemed to focus on his face. "You okay?" Miyu's lips parted slightly as if to speak, but no words left them. "Sweetheart, talk to me, please." He whispered hoarsely, his voice slightly cracking at the end.

Seeming to snap from a daze, Miyu uncurled from herself, her eyes widening. "N-Naruto.." her voice was soft, but at least she spoke, making happiness bubble up inside the blonde. When her feet lowered to the ground, Naruto took her hands, making her frown as he moved them around his neck as he dropped his head in her lap, arms wrapping around her small waist.

"You scared me," he tightened his hold a little, making her breath hitch.

"I-I'm sorry...." She breathed, making him lift his head to gaze into her eyes, now full of life again.

"Please... Please don't scare me like that again.." he took her face into his hands, thumb moving over her lower lip.

Miyu moved out of his grasp, and instead, settled her ear over his heart, listening to the beating organ. "I'm sorry, Naruto.." she whispered.

"Are you okay?" Miyu pulled away and nodded, making the blonde sigh in relief with a small smile. "Good."

{Miyu's pov}

It was as if a fog had lifted, and I was back, staring into beautiful blue eyes filled with sadness and so much confusion. His voice was desperate, and it broke my heart.

"I feel so gross.." I muttered, running a hand through my hair. "I need a bath." Naruto chuckled, standing just before I did the same.

"Go take one then." He said, arms wrapping around my waist as he nuzzled his nose against mine lovingly. I pursed my lips, an idea coming to mind.

"Take a bath with me?" The question/offer made Naruto's eyes widen, and darken at the same time, something I hadn't known was possible. But hey, this is Naruto we're talking about.

"Miyu-"

"You can even keep your boxers on," I continued, ignoring the little warning tone. "Please? Just an innocent bath." Naruto was quiet for a moment, seeming to contemplate the idea.

What I'm sure is going on in Naruto's mind;

The Pros of taking a bath with Miyu.

1. Gets to see a mostly naked Miyu

2. Go back to #1

3. It would be fun

Now the Cons of taking a bath with Miyu.

1. Kurama will probably take over

2. Might turn into something more than just a bath (actually that could be a pro too...)

3. It would be incredibly hard to hold back with a half naked girl pressed against you....

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"Alright fine," Naruto snapped me from my thoughts. I smiled, only to have a finger pressed to my lips. "But," he continued. I frowned. "The underwear stays on." I was surprised to a point that he didn't jump on the idea of.. you know.

"That's fine!" I giggled, pulling my smiling boyfriend upstairs and into the bathroom. 

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