Sasuke's POV

"Uchiha Sasuke, the traps are already set around the house."

I nodded at the other ANBU officer who informed me that, "Hn. Good." And with that he dismissed. I heaved a sigh after. It was a good thing that I have connections with the ANBU for this operation of mine. "Sasuke,"

I looked at the dobe who leaned on a tree, and with arms crossed over his chest. He had this serious face and based from what he called me, he is damn serious.

I walked towards him and raised an eyebrow. "What?" But as an answer, he shot me a death glare. One, I barely receive from Naruto lately. "You bastard. You think this will help her? Sasuke, Sakura-chan is happy with him! Teme, you are going over the edge with this." I smirked. No one can stop me now.

"Shut up, and enjoy the show. We are getting her back, and I don't care if I have to drag her away from that chunk of wood." I said nonchalantly.

"Tsk. And you call me an idiot! Dattebayo!"

I have no time for this. "I'm going. Oh, and Naruto?" I called him before I walk anymore further away.

"What?"

"If Orochimaru shows up, tell him to meet me at the caves."

I could feel his eyes widened from shock. "O-Orochimaru!? I-I thought you told us that you killed him!"

I huffed. "Hn. I didn't."

Lets just see what Akasuna can do about it.

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Sasori's POV

"Leader-sama.."

"Take a seat."

I sat across of him. I left Sakura with the other members to have a talk with Pein in private. Let's just hope that they are still alive and no casualties happen to those idiots. Anyway, we are at his office, as I requested.

Truthfully, I lied to Sakura when I told her that we just visited my old friends.

Because the truth is, I am still a part of the organization. Yes, we are all revived and secretly work for money. I myself, sneak out at night to attend missions without Sakura even knowing.

And the reason why I am here now, is that I told Pein a few days ago about my personal issues. I am going to quit the job.

"Are you sure of what you are going to do, Sasori?"

He asked me. I took in a deep breathe and thought about me my future with Sakura. I wanted to settle. I am not getting any younger and I doubt that Sakura remembers her past about me anyway. I don't care if Sasuke finds us, I'll protect her. And this time, not even death can separated us from each other.

"I have never been so sure of anything in my entire life."

Surely, I guess I can find a decent job to earn a living for the both of us. A job that I know will never risk my life for it. Pein eyed me closely and sighed after. "This is about Sakura, isn't it."

I nodded.

"You are an asset to this organization, Sasori. Your expertise in silent killing is much needed."

"Pein, I know I have worked in Akatsuki as long as you did. But, I think it is time that I start a new life..with her."

After a few moments, Pein gave off a sigh of defeat. I know that the Akatsuki needs me in missions..but Sakura needs me more. And aside from that, I wouldn't want to leave Sakura out of my sight. Not after I assure that Sasuke is killed. She is that much of an importance to me. "I can never understand you, Sasori." I smirked. I knew he'll say that.

"When you fall in love, you will. So, you better get yourself a lovelife Pein.."

I stood up from my seat, a ghostly smile on his face as he uttered the words, "Until when are you going to run away from that Uchiha?" I shrugged

"For as long as we can.."

And with that, I walked towards the door and out of the office.

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Sakura's POV

"Tobi! Get back here you little f**ker!!"

I frowned as Hidan chased Tobi around the living room. The others were still busy with whatever they were doing, I even saw Konan knitting! Seriously, can this be the Akatsuki? Based on their description, they are merciless, brutal, dangerous, and emotionless killers.

But what I'm observing these people are, they are a group of certifies weirdos. Mentally retarded guys that have nothing to do to beat the boredom. I sighed and leaned back on their black leather couch.

Well, Sasori is like this.

So here's going the saying that birds of the same feather makes a good feather duster. Haha. Just kidding.

"Sakura-chan, un.."

"Hm?"

I turned around and saw a blonde that looked like the long lost sister of Ino-chan, gazing at me. I cocked him an eyebrow. "You know me?" His smirk widened. "So you still couldn't remember, huh? Well, that's something to laugh at, un." I shot him a glare, being more intrgued at what he said.

"Let me guess, we already met in the past?" I asked.

He nodded shortly and heaved a sigh. "But the past doesn't really matter now, yeah... Anyway, I just wanted to know if Sasori my man, acts normal around you, un." Acts normal? Ugh. Well if normals means laughing his ass off without any reason, then I guess he is. -__-"

But of course, I didn't tell him that. "Why the heck would you ask that?"

Immediatetly, the atmosphere became heavy as he stared at my intently that gave me shivers down my back. "Just take care of him, un.. He loves you so much, yeah."

My eyes widened. I knew that very well, but why does it have this impact on me when other people tell me? This doesn't make anymore sense.

"I-I....."

"Sakura-chan.."

Before I could even answer, someone called me from behind. I turned around to see Sasori standing in front of me with serious look. "Let's go." I nodded once and stood up from the couch.

"Sasori!"

As we were about to leave, Deidara called the redhead. "What is it?" He asked in annoyance.

The blonde smirked.

"Take care of her..."

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