Card Captor Sakura Fan Fiction / Fake Fan Fiction / Final Fantasy - All Series Fan Fiction / Gundam Wing Fan Fiction / Sailor Moon Fan Fiction / Yu-Gi-Oh! Fan Fiction / InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Sennen Hanyou Part Three ❯ Things just get wierd ( Chapter 18 )

The S.A.T. presents....   Gundam Girls, the story behind the people. Part three of the S.A.T. (Silver AllianceTrilogy)   Chapter Eighteen :   Things just get weird.             Authors Notes...       Yay, I’m finally adding some Sailor Moon, Yami no Matsuei and Naruto to the story. This chapter is gonna be a really long one because it’s basically a time-filler, spanning the nine months that Heero and Atalanta are away. WARNING, THIS CHAPTER CONTAINS YAOI!! I’ve been planning all along for this story to have yaoi in it, so I’m sorry if it offends some of my readers. I wont be changing it, for the story has been fully planned for several years now, and most of it is already hand-written.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Heero woke early the next morning, being brought out of sleep by Atalanta rushing for the bathroom. Morning sickness strikes again! Getting up, he packed their things with an absent wave of his hand. Disregarding the fact that he was only wearing black cotton pajama pants, he fell forward to the ground and started doing pushups, thinking about how he, Duo, Rika and Atalanta had had to erase a whole heap of memories so the party guests would forget the big revelation from yesterday. Once he’d finished his morning exercises, he headed to Syaoran’s room, wanting to see his son before they headed off. He found the 15 year old fast asleep, curled up around Odin, his tail lashing about as he whimpered from a nightmare. Sitting on the bed, Heero’s parental instincts went into overdrive as he gently gathered his son into his arms. Syaoran woke with a scream of fright. “Shh, you are safe my cub. The monsters of your subconscious cannot get you here.” He growled in a low, soothing tone. “Otou-sama.” Syaoran latched onto Heero, burying his face in the older man’s shoulder and sobbing, “I was dreaming that you and okaa-sama forgot all about me once the twins were born.” “That will never happen, little one. You are my firstborn son and heir to my throne. Never will you be forgotten or abandoned.” Heero promised, “Now, lay down and go back to sleep.” “Stay with me until I fall asleep?” Syaoran begged. “I’m not moving,” Heero reassured, “When you wake next, Duo and Rika will be here. My brother will look after you. You can trust him like you trust me.” “I’ll miss you and ‘kaa-san.” Syaoran admitted as he lay back down. “We’ll miss you. We’ll keep in regular contact, or try to.” Heero tucked Syaoran in. Once his son was asleep once more, Heero returned to his bedroom for his own shower. Atalanta was already dressed, and was organizing tickets and paperwork. “You’d better hurry, koi. The taxi will be here in half an hour.” She stated, packing her carry-on bag. “I won’t take long.” Heero nodded. Thirty minutes later, the two of them climbed into a taxi and headed for the airport. When they finally arrived in Japan, the headed straight for their hotel and fell asleep.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Meanwhile, Duo and Rika had moved into Demon Domain and were being given the ‘grand tour’ by Syaoran. “So what are you going to do today, uncle Shin?” Syaoran asked curiously. “I’ve got to take up my Shinigami duties once more, so I’ll be heading for Meifu today.” Duo explained as he took his scythe down from the wall of the dojo. “Meifu?” Syaoran was confused. “The offices of the dead. They keep an eye on the souls that are passing on and make sure that none hang around here in living world to cause chaos. Once I’ve gotten back into the swing of things there, I’ll take you with me for a day.” Duo promised. “Cool. So what do you do there?” Syaoran asked. “Shin is the head honcho there. So he’ll need to go over the records of what he’s missed. There’s more paperwork involved with the dead then you may think.” Rika giggled. “Don’t remind me.” Duo grumbled, his outfit changing to his shinigami robes. He twirled his scythe, getting used to it’s weight once more, “I’d best head off. I’ll back for dinner tonight. If the others come looking for me, tell them I’m at work.” “Have fun.” Rika kissed him and he left through a portal. She turned to Syaoran, “Well, nephew-mine, why don’t we go do some work on Hells Messenger? You need to learn how to handle a Gundam.” “Really? This is so cool!!” Syaoran exclaimed joyously, bouncing down the hall to the elevator.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Duo had arrived in Meifu and was having tea with Hakushaku-sama. “It is good to have you back with us, Duo-sama.” The count stated. “I am glad to back. And I have a nephew now, with two nieces on the way. Life is good at the moment.” Duo smiled, sipping his lemon tea. “Family is a wonderful thing.” The count agreed, “Now, I’ve sent for Tatsumi to show you around the office and introduce you to all the new staff. There have been several changes since you left.” It was then that Tatsumi arrived. “You sent for me, Hakushaku-sama?” the shadow wielder bowed. “Indeed. Tatsumi, this is King Duo of Saturn, Lord Shinigami himself. After 5018 years, he’s finally returned to power.” The count introduced. “It is an honor to meet you, Duo-sama. Welcome back.” Tatsumi bowed. “Thank you. Earth has changed greatly since my brother’s reign. It will be interesting to see how the spirit world has changed.” Duo grinned. “Tatsumi, I want you to show Duo-sama around and introduce him to the staff.” The count requested. “Of course. If you would follow me, Duo-sama?” Tatsumi bowed again. “Lead the way.” Duo stood, picking up his scythe from where it had been resting against the wall. Tsuzuki was chatting with Watari as he got a check-up. The blonde scientist was making sure there were no lasting side-affects from his ordeal with Muraki. Hisoka was leaning against the wall, watching the proceedings. Suddenly Tatsumi entered the lab. Behind him was a regal-looking man in gothic black robes, holding an ornate looking scythe in one hand. His brown hair was in a long braid that went down to his knees, and his eyes were the same shade of amethyst that Tsuzuki’s were. “Watari, Tsuzuki, Hisoka, may I introduce the Lord Shinigami, King Duo of Saturn.” Tatsumi introduced. “Just call me Duo. Tittles are annoying. Besides, they don’t mean much these days. The silver alliance is dead and my brother’s kingdom sleeps. For a sennen hanyou such as myself, life is basically living as a mortal and concentrating on raising a family these days.” Duo sighed. “You have the same eyes as Tsuzuki.” Hisoka murmured, not realizing that Duo could hear him due to Youkai hearing. “Hm, Tsuzuki does have eyes like mine. Let me look at you closely.” Duo strode over and grasped Tsuzuki firmly by the chin, peering into his eyes carefully. As he did, he read Tsuzuki’s soul. It was a skill he possessed as the ‘lord of death’, “You’re unique eyes do not make you less human, Tsuzuki. Before I ascended and became a deity, my eyes meant that I possessed some telepathic and telekinetic abilities. For you, it means you have the ability to read peoples’ hearts. It’s a bit like empathy.” “What do you know about empathy?” Hisoka asked, shyly. “Quite a bit, actually. Why?” Duo looked at the green-eyed blonde. “I’m an empathy, but my control is limited at best and I have real problems. I was wondering if you could help me?” Hisoka looked up at Duo, his eyes begging. “You’re in luck, my young minion.” Duo grinned, his form shimmering as he changed back into a casual outfit of black jeans and a blood red silk shirt with only the middle two buttons done up and the sleeves rolled up. His ever-present gold cross was around his neck. “How so?” Hisoka asked. “My buddy Quatre, who does not yet have his memories back, is a very strong empath, despite the fact that he’s a mortal. He has impeccable control. He had to have, being a Gundam Pilot during the war would have been painful for him if he didn’t have the control he does. I’m pretty sure that he’ll be happy to help you.” Duo explained. “When you say Quatre, you don’t mean Quatre-sama, ruler of Hyperion and god of the sun?” Watari asked. “That’s him. He doesn’t remember yet. Not many of us do. But memories are returning, slowly but surely.” Duo smiled sadly.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Heero and Atalanta had checked out of their hotel and were about to begin their road-trip through Japan. All of a sudden a strange thing appeared before them. “Is that what I think it is?” Atalanta asked. “What do you think it is?” Heero replied. “An orange whirly thing in space!” Atalanta exclaimed. “It’s a portal. Hold on, we’re being sucked in!” Heero exclaimed. “Are you insane? Orange with this outfit?” Atalanta yelped as they were pulled through. (AN: Forgive me, I’m hooked on Red Dwarf and couldn’t help myself :P) Meanwhile, in Konoha, the now 16 year old Uzumaki Naruto was training with Hatake Kakashi. Ever since Uchiha Sasukes’ desertion to Sound, the two of them hadn’t been the same. Haruno Sakura had become a complete and utter bitch, abandoning the kunochi way to work at the Yamanaka flower shop. Naruto had completely dedicated himself to his shinobi duties, quickly becoming a Chuunin and Jounin.  He found himself becoming close friends with Hyuuga Neji, Nara Shikamaru, Rock Lee, Inuzuka Kiba, and Subaku no Gaara – who had moved to Konohakagure – while he drifted away from Konohamaru and his friends. He became much closer to Kakashi and Umino Iruka – who had married – as he saw them as his family. He was also close to Jiraiya, who was his surrogate grandfather; but he was very cold to Tsunade, going so far as to give her back the necklace. He wouldn’t tell anyone why, but it was because he found out that she was his aunt and that she had refused to adopt him, preferring to drink and gamble while he was left to be abused by the villagers. He’d also found out, after being promoted to the ANBU forces, that he was the son of the Yondaime, the legendary fourth Hokage, Arashi; and that his mother was actually Kyubi. It seemed that she’d been driven insane by a jutsu Orochimaru used, and that was why she attacked the village. He was due to transform into a kitsune in a few days. Kakashi, who had re-joined the ANBU forces, was the only one who knew these particular secrets of Naruto’s but they were planning to tell the others at a get-together that night. The two ANBU were sparring when a portal (AN: ORANGE WHIRLY THING!) appeared in the middle of their training field, two people tumbling out of it. The man had chocolate brown hair and piercing Prussian blue eyes. The woman had long silver hair and crystal blue eyes. “We’re in Konohakagure? How in hyne’s name did that happen?” the woman exclaimed in confusion as she looked around. “It was probably fate and destiny. You know those two like to mess with us.” The man snorted. Kakashi gasped in disbelief as he recognized the two strangers. “Heero-sama! Atalanta-sama!” he exclaimed, making them spin around to stare at him. “General Kakashi! It is good to see you, old friend.” The man stated. “You know them, Kakashi-sensei?” Naruto asked. “Do you remember your lessons about Elysion and the silver alliance?” Kakashi asked. “Yeah. Elysion was the kingdom that ruled Earth, while the Silver Alliance ruled the universe. The monarchs of Elysion would visit the hidden villages to select shinobi and kunochi to join the Elysion Knights. Ninja from Konoha were always chosen for the elite guard. When the final battle with the Negaverse took place, all the Shinobi and Kunochi were sent back to their villages and the ninja countries were sealed off into a separate realm. The conclusion of the battle was that the alliance was destroyed, the Negaverse was sealed away, and Elysion was sent into suspended animation.” Naruto stated. “That’s right. Now, what you don’t know is that I was the head of the elite guard for the last monarchs of Elysion, and I was the General of their army. So, Naruto, I would like you to meet King Heero of Elysion and his wife Queen Atalanta. The last and greatest rulers of Elysion. “It’s an honor, your majesties.” Naruto bowed respectfully. “There’s no need to be so polite. We haven’t ruled for over 5000 years.” Heero stated. “We live like mortals now, experiencing the family life.” Atalanta giggled. “Parenthood is interesting, let me tell you that.” Heero smirked. “You have children?” Kakashi was shocked. “A fifteen year old son named Syaoran, and twin girls due in about seven months.” Atalanta stated proudly. “We’re youkai. Our advanced senses enable us to figure it out.” Heero explained to Naruto as he and Atalanta dropped their human disguises. “How come, if you’re youkai and the villagers love you, they won’t except me?” Naruto asked sadly. “Come here child.” Atalanta purred, her tails twitching. Naruto approached, rather nervous, “You’re a special one. You carry both your parents sealed inside you and you will become a full-blooded kitsune at midnight. Is this why they don’t accept you?” “Hai. I pretty-much raised myself and the villagers often beat me.” Naruto admitted. “The village will learn its lesson soon enough. Have they forgotten that all youkai are under my protection?” Heero snarled, his eyes bleeding red. “Come, lets go tell the Godaime you are here and organize accommodation for you.” Kakashi suggested, trembling in anger at what he’d just heard. “Must I come? I want nothing to do with the Hokage.” Naruto sighed. “What did Tsunade-sama do to you, Naruto? You used to be so close to her.” Kakashi asked. “Did you know that she’s my aunt? And that when she was asked to adopt me, she refused, being more interested in drinking and gambling?” Naruto spat, his eyes filling with tears. “WHAT?” Atalanta roared in anger. Silver fire burst out around her as she transformed into a large, saber-toothed cat, complete with red eyes and silver flames burning around her paws and tails. Next to her, Heero was a wolf slightly larger then herself, his eyes red also. “You can see why they’re so legendary.” Kakashi said, hugging the upset – but shocked – Naruto. “Why are they so angry?” Naruto whispered. ‘We youkai are fiercely protective of young’ Kyubi spoke up, ‘Also, because Atalanta-sama is pregnant, her maternal instincts are powerful’ Heero raised his head and howled. Naruto felt a shiver go through him, before he screamed in pain. The seal was disappearing and he was transforming. But it was too soon! All around the village, several shinobi and kunochi heard the call. They heard it and it changed them. Kakashi became a silver ookami-youkai. Iruka became a dark brown ookami-youkai. Naruto became a nine-tailed kitsune. Kiba became a dark brown inu-youkai, Akamaru at his side. Neji became an impressive tora-youkai. Shikamaru became a regal raion(lion)-youkai. Anko became a hebi(snake)-youkai. Gaara became a tanuki. Lee became a hyperactive squirrel youkai. Haku appeared and became a water doragon youkai. Itachi was transported from Akatsuki HQ and became a jaguar-youkai. Somewhere deep in sound territory, Sasuke also became a nine-tailed kitsune. Jiraiya became a bear youkai. All those who changed – bar Sasuke – made their way to where Heero and Atalanta were waiting. Once they were all there, everyone took their human forms once more. “Welcome, chosen ones.” Atalanta said, seeing that they all now wore the uniform of the Elysion elite guard. It looked like the ANBU uniform, only it didn’t have the white mask and the Elysion symbol was on their biceps instead of the normal ANBU one. “Atalanta-sama. Heero-sama. It is wonderful to see you both again.” Iruka bowed, as did Jiraiya, Anko and Itachi. They’d also been original Elysion knights. “It is good to see you all, both old and new. Do you know what you are now?” Heero asked. “We are knights of the royal Elysion Order. You’re elite guard to be precise.” Neji stated. “Exactly. Atalanta nodded with a smile. “Do you know why my seal is gone?” Naruto asked uncertainly. “Look behind you, kit, and you will understand.” Atalanta indicated behind the group. Standing there were Arashi and Kyubi. “Otou-sama! Okaa-sama!” Naruto gasped, making everyone else spin around. “Yondaime-sama!” Shikamaru exclaimed in awe. “Arashi-sensei!” Kakashi was delighted to see his sensei/surrogate father alive again. “Hello everyone.” Arashi nodded, right before he found his arms full of  a sobbing Naruto. “My poor kit, you’ve suffered so much.” Kyubi said sadly, bending down to kiss her son’s forehead. “I just wish I knew why the villagers decided to hate me so much.” Naruto whimpered, snuggling against his father’s trademark white jacket. “Konohakagure have a lot to answer fore when it comes to your son, Arashi.” Jiraiya stated. “They’ll feel very ashamed when I’m through with them. As will my older sister.” Arashi growled. He’d become a kitsune also. “You have a sister, Yondaime-sama? Why wasn’t Naruto adopted then?” Itachi asked. “I’d like to know that also.” Arashi spat. “Tsunade preferred to drink and gamble rather then look after a neglected child.” Naruto muttered. “Kami-sama. No wonder you’re so cold to her.” Kiba gaped in horror. “Come on, lets go re-open the Elysion estate here so we can start training you guys.” Heero headed towards the Hokage tower. “Wait up, Heero!” Atalanta raced after her mate.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Quatre, Trowa and Wufei had come to Demon Domain looking for Duo and Heero. “Heero and Atalanta have gone away, and Duo’s at work, I’m afraid.” Rika stated, having come up from the hanger. “Actually, I’m home.” Duo passed the pilots and entered the house, pulling off his robes and hanging them up. This left him in only tight, black leather pants and his favourite black boots. He’d already hidden his wings and scythe. That’s early.” Rika was surprised. “Not much I could really do today. I just got the grand-tour and was introduced to everyone. You can come inside, guys.” Duo smiled at his friends. “So where are you working?” Quatre asked, “And what’s with Heero and Atalanta disappearing on us without saying goodbye?” “I’m working at Meifu. You probably haven’t heard of the place. They’re rather secretive. I only got the job because Rika’s father worked there.” Duo explained. “As for Heero and Atalanta disappearing, well they wanted to spend some ‘alone time’ together, so they decided to take a holiday.” Rika giggled. “Come on, lets talk over drinks.” Duo offered as everyone headed into the kitchen and Rika started making tea and coffee.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Naruto was asleep in his father’s arms. After meeting with Tsunade, the Elysion group settled into the estate and Naruto went to his room to sleep. He was emotionally exhausted and ended up curling up with his parents. “I had no idea of just how much Naruto had suffered in this village.” Kiba sighed. “He hid behind a mask of smiles that he rarely ever dropped.” Jiraiya explained. “I tried to stop his suffering. The reason I killed my former best friend was because I discovered that he had been abusing Naruto. My rage over-took me. Orochimaru took this incident and disguised himself as me to slaughter my clan and blame me for it.” Itachi spoke up from where he had Anko leaning against him. They were a rather unique couple. “We have to make it up to him.” Shikamaru stated. Gaara watched silently, as did Haku. The two of them could associate themselves with Naruto very easily. “You two haven’t known the love of a parent for a long time, have you?” Atalanta walked over to them. “How can you tell?” Haku started in surprise. “I’m a mother. I’ve a fifteen year old son named Syaoran. Thus, I’ve learnt how to read teenage boys.” Atalanta explained with a soft smile. “You are with child now, are you not?” Gaara asked. “Yes. Twin girls. Come, Gaara, you no longer need be afraid of sleeping. Shukaku is no more and your mind is safe. You body, on the other hand, is exhausted and need rest.” Atalanta lead Gaara to a bedroom. “I can sleep again?” Gaara was startled. “Indeed, child. Rest and regain your strength. Dream pleasant things.” Atalanta hugged Gaara in a motherly manner before tucking him into bed. “You really are maternal today.” Heero commented to Atalanta after she returned from doing the same for Haku. “I get like that.” Atalanta shrugged, blushing slightly. “We need to repay the villagers for their treatment of Naruto. I like that kid, he’s quirky like me.” Anko stated. “Do you remember the sennen hanyou, Anko?” Heero smirked, an idea forming. “One does not forget the group of pranksters that were known as the most deadly tricksters in the universe.” Anko grinned. “I certainly wouldn’t forget. You sennen hanyou were the inspiration for my pranks as a child.” Iruka nodded. “You were a prankster, Iruka-sensei?” Lee was shocked, “And are you talking about the legendary pranksters that got everyone, including each other?” “I was just like Naruto, when I was younger.” Iruka admitted. “We’re talking about the very same pranksters. Allow me to introduce myself, I’m the Sennen Hanyou Chibi Neko. Heero here is the Sennen Hanyou Wing. We’re two of the founding members.” Atalanta smirked. “During the alliance years, we pulled many the revenge prank. They were our specialty. Perhaps one is in order here?” Heero suggested slyly. “It certainly seems appropriate.” Kakashi smirked, never one to say no to a prank. “More then appropriate.” Jiraiya growled, angry at how his surrogate grandson had been treated over the years, “But what should we do?” “Anything’s possible. We’ve got magic at our disposal, after all.” Atalanta smirked sadistically. “I’ve got a good idea. We’re going to need as much shaving cream, sake, permanent markers, feathers and glue as possible.” Iruka stated, before outlining his plan. This was for Naruto, and everyone would pay.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~   Duo was in Meifu, relaxing under the ever-blooming Sakura trees as he typed on his laptop. He’d brought Syaoran with him today, and the young prince was chasing the falling petals in his wolf form. “So he’s the heir-apparent to the Elysion throne?” Hisoka asked, walking over with Tsuzuki. “That’s him. Syaoran, get over here!” Duo called. Syaoran ran over and took his humanoid form. “You called, uncle?” he asked, his green eyes sparkling happily. It had been three months since Atalanta and Heero left, so Syaoran wasn’t happy often. “Syaoran, these two are Hisoka and Tsuzuki. They were in the Nagasaki sector of the Japanese division.” Duo introduced. “Likewise.” Tsuzuki grinned. After a little while, Syaoran persuaded Hisoka to fool around with him. “Hm, it’s good to see Hisoka acting his age.” Duo commented. “It’s certainly a rare sight.” Tsuzuki agreed.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four months pregnant and showing, Atalanta was supervising the language lesson. She, Kakashi, Iruka, Jiraiya, Anko and Itachi were teaching the new elite guard everything they needed to know. Currently, the topic was planetary languages. They were flourishing in the estate, and none of them had left since pulling off the revenge prank. She and Heero had been amused to see everyone pairing off. Kakashi and Iruka were already married, so they mated youkai-style. Itachi and Anko renewed their mating bond. Gaara and Haku. Neji and Lee – who had a major makeover during his transformation. Shikamaru and Kiba. Naruto, however, remained single. Everyone knew he was pining for Sasuke so they were all supportive and caring. Much to Naruto’s delight, Kyubi fell pregnant. Both blonde – Arashi and Naruto – were overjoyed at the prospect of a new family member. Arashi had already adopted Kakashi and Iruka as his sons. And Jiraiya had adopted Arashi as his son, so their family was complete. Atalanta was going over Jovian basics when Itachi ran in. He’d been observing the village that day. “What’s wrong?” Heero asked, taking in Itachi’s wide-eyed look. “Sasukes returned to Konoha. Tsunade has pardoned him because he’s brought back proof that he killed Orochimaru and Kabuto.” Itachi reported. “Get back to your post, Itachi. We’ll retrieve your brother. He’s one of us now, I can sense it.” Atalanta promised. “Naruto, could you please go fetch Jiraiya.” Heero requested, formulating a plan. “How will we proceed, Heero-sama.” Iruka asked. “We will follow his movements through the village. When he approaches the training grounds, we will have Naruto and Kakashi sparring there, under Jiraiya’s watch. I’m sure this will catch Sasuke’s attention. Especially when he sees how much Naruto has changed and improved.” Heero stated. “He may not have realized it, but Sasuke has always been intrigued by Naruto. If he sees a stronger, more handsome Naruto then he remembers, he’ll definitely be hooked.” Shikamaru agreed, his strategist brain agreeing with Heero’s plan. “He’ll definitely come if his fan-girls get to him first. We offer him sanctuary from them.” Neji smirked, making everyone laugh. Meanwhile, out on the streets of Konoha, Sasuke was looking for Naruto and Kakashi. Suddenly he heard the sound he dreaded above all others. “SASUKE-KUN!!” screeched Sakura and Ino as they both latched onto him. “Hn,” Sasuke grunted, resigning himself to his fate. “Where’s the dobe and Kakashi-sense?” “Those two? Who knows. We haven’t seen them in months!” Sakura snorted, not caring one iota. “They’ve disappeared from the village, along with Jiraiya-sama, Iruka-sensei, Anko-san, Neji, Lee, Shikamaru, Kiba, Akamaru and Gaara.” Ino added. “Even if we hadn’t disappeared, it’s not like the two of you would have cared.” Came the cold voice of Shikamaru as he walked past with Kiba. Both were in ANBU uniform, which displayed some delicious muscles. “Shikamaru?” Ino stared in disbelief. “What do you want, troublesome bitch? We’re running late for our training session with Naruto and Kakashi.” Kiba growled. “You know where they are?” Sasuke perked up. “Yes. Follow us.” Shikamaru nodded, leading him to the training ground where Naruto and Kakashi were in the middle of an intensive spar. Sasuke, Sakura and Ino watched in shock as the two shinobi used moves that just got more and more advanced. Once the spar was over, Jiraiya walked over. “You’re improving in leaps and bounds, Naruto.” The toad-sanin stated proudly. “He’s right. And it seems we have attracted an audience.” Kakashi said, noticing Sasuke. “Welcome back, Uchiha-san.” Naruto said formerly, still hurt over the fact that Sasuke left in the first place. “Can’t you call me Sasuke, Naruto?” Sasuke asked sadly. “No, because I don’t know you anymore.” Naruto replied, before heading back to the estate. “I’m not that different, am I?” Sasuke released himself from the grips of Sakura and Ino, before dashing forward and grabbing hold of Naruto’s wrist. “Not really, but I don’t think I ever knew you to begin with.” Naruto turned slightly to look at Sasuke. Kakashi and Jiraiya were watching this exchange with indulgent smiles on their faces. At that moment, Heero appeared in front of the group. “Naruto, Kakashi, Jiraiya, Kiba, Shikamaru, fall in!” he barked, making the elite guard members snap to attention and kneel before him, dropping their human disguises. “What do you wish of us, sire?” Kakashi asked. “How goes the training?” Heero asked, eyes serious as his tail swished behind him. “Who are you?” Ino demanded. “I am King Heero of Elysion, little mortal, and you would do well to show respect to your betters.” Heero snarled at her, showing his fangs. “Forgive them, sire. They are wenches and do not show respect to anyone.” Shikamaru said. “Are you truly the legendary final king of Elysion, sir?” Sasuke asked respectfully. “That I am, young fox. Come, you will return with us back to the estate.” Heero nodded, his eyes softening as he looked at Sasuke. With a ‘POOF’ of smoke, they disappeared, leaving only Sakura and Ino behind to stare dumbly. When they appeared back in the Elysion compound, they were greeted by Atalanta. “Welcome to the elite guard, Uchiha Sasuke. You won’t be disappointed.” She smiled, changing his outfit with a snap of her fingers. “It’s an honor to be chosen.” Sasuke bowed, thankful for the etiquette lessons that had been hammered into him as a child. “Why don’t you and Sasuke go and catch up, Naruto. Introduce him to your family.” Atalanta suggested. “Thank you, Atalanta-sama. I will do just that.” Naruto nodded and lead Sasuke off in the direction of his family’s rooms. “So you have found some family?” Sasuke asked his blonde friend. “The day that I was transformed into a kitsune, the seal disappeared from my stomach and both Yondaime and Kyubi were released. It just so happens that they’re my mother and father. Jiraiya has adopted dad as his son, so the Ero-sannin is my grandfather now. Iruka and Kakashi are married, and they were adopted by my dad, so they’re my brothers.” Naruto explained. “It seems that you’ve finally gotten the family you desired.” Sasuke smiled. “You have family left too, you know. Itachi is here, and he is innocent of killing your clan. He’s been waiting for your return.” Naruto revealed. “If he didn’t slaughter the clan, then who did?” Sasuke asked uncertainly. “Orochimaru did, framing me in the process.” Itachi walked over. “Aniki?” Sasuke asked uncertainly. “Come on Itachi, you can join us in our catching-up. You and Sasuke will certainly have a lot to tell each other.” Naruto grinned. Later that day, Haku was relaxing in the pool – water being his natural environment these days – when there was a big splash caused by Naruto leaping in. The kitsune was wearing black board shorts with orange stripes down the sides. “Naruto, I was relaxing, you baka!” he huffed. “Oh go make out with Gaara or something, Haku. You’ve been hogging the pool most of the afternoon.” Naruto poked out his tongue at the water doragon as the rest of the group made their way into the pool area. Sasuke was the last to enter. “Yo, Sasuke! Jump on in, the water’s fine!” Kiba called from the pool. Sasuke dove into the cool liquid, swimming over to float next to Naruto. “Welcome back, Sasuke-san.” Haku smiled. “Weren’t you dead?” Sasuke raised an eyebrow. “I was. Keyword being was. As in ‘am not anymore’. Frankly, I prefer being alive.” Haku laughed. “I’m sure Gaara agrees with you.” Shikamaru snorted. “Oh, most definitely. But you don’t want to get me started on that topic.” Haku smirked and swam off again. “So Gaara is here too?” Sasuke asked as he looked around. Was that Neji making out with a very different Lee? “Yep. He’s been freed from the burden of Shukaku, so he’s no longer a psychopathic killer.” Naruto nodded, indicating to where Gaara walked out talking with Heero. All of a sudden, the young king pushed Gaara into the water playfully. “Yuy-no-baka!” Atalanta glared at her husband, before bursting into giggles at Gaara’s drowned appearance. “Having fun, Naruto?” Sasuke purred, feeling playful. Naruto blushed as both foxes stared at each other, finally realizing their attraction for each other. “These past years have felt like centuries.” Naruto admitted, moving closer and cupping Sasuke’s face with a slightly trembling hand. Sasuke leant into the touch, his purr increasing. The two kitsune were lost in their own little world, not noticing the whole pool area had become silent as everyone watched in eager anticipation. “Naruto…” Sasuke whispered, before pulling the blonde fox into a kiss that was readily returned. All the passion and emotion that had built up over the years since their first, accidental, kiss, was poured into this one. Pulling back, Sasuke gazed into Naruto’s eyes, before biting him on the neck and marking him as his mate. Naruto did the same to Sasuke. They bond complete, they were mates for life and only the physical part of the process was left. But that would be taken care of later… Suddenly they heard cheers. Looking around, they saw everyone smiling and clapping. “Congratulation to you both. Sasuke, treat my son well, and welcome to the family.” Kyubi smiled, hugging them both. “Congratulations, little brother.” Itachi ruffled Sasuke’s hair playfully.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Duo was in the kitchen, cooking dinner. He was proud of the fact that he was able to run a domestic household just as well as any woman. Tonight, he’d invited Tsuzuki and Hisoka over for dinner, the other pilots as well. He wanted his friends to meet each other, and was planning to ask if Quatre would help Hisoka. “Wow, Duo-san, you’re house is huge!” Tsuzuki and Hisoka appeared. “Demon Domain isn’t mine. It belongs to my sister-in-law, Atalanta. She and my brother are traveling through Japan until their twins are born.” Duo explained as he continued to cook. “Syaoran’s parents, right?” Hisoka asked. “Yeah, that’s correct. The kid is probably in the hanger with my wife, Rika. He’s constantly tinkering away down there, though I’m not allowed down there myself.” Duo nodded. “Atalanta’s rules, not mine, love.” Rika walked in with Syaoran. “What time are the others due, uncle?” Syaoran asked. “They’re here, so why don’t you go greet them for me.” Duo suggested as the doorbell rang. Syaoran ran off. “I take it these mortals don’t know about you?” Hisoka asked. ‘That’s correct. There was a big slip-up at my brother’s birthday party, but we did some major memory adjustments so they don’t remember that.” Duo confirmed. “So in other words, nothing non-mortal is to be mentioned.” Tsuzuki leant back, spine popping. “Another encounter with Muraki?” Rika asked sympathetically. “Hai. That teme won’t stay dead.” Hisoka growled. “Hey Duo, Rika!” Quatre greeted as he entered with Trowa, Wufei and Syaoran. “Glad you could come. Guys, these are two of my co-workers, Tsuzuki and Hisoka. Minna, these are my buddies Quatre, Trowa and Wufei.” Duo introduced. “Nice to meet you.” Tsuzuki smiled. “Likewise.” Trowa nodded, intrigued that the dinner guest were Meifu agents. So Duo had gone back to work. “Hisoka, Quatre here is the empath I was telling you about.” Duo introduced the two blondes to each other. “You know about empathy?” Quatre was surprised. “I am an empathy, but my control is very limited. Duo-san was telling me that you were good at controlling your empathy.” Hisoka admitted with a slight blush. “Would you like some help? I can remember what it was like when my control was limited.” Quatre offered. “You wouldn’t mind?” Hisoka was surprised. “Not at all. There’s so few empaths out there, I think we should help each other.” Quatre smiled. “Any word from Heero or Atalanta?” Wufei asked Duo as Hisoka and Quatre started chatting about empathy. “Nothing. They’re probably enjoying their time away.” Rika sighed, serving up dinner. “I miss them.” Syaoran pouted. “We all do, kiddo.” Duo ruffled Syaoran’s hair.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~  Atalanta was in labor and was making sure everyone knew it. “She’s got impressive lungs.” Iruka commented. Atalanta was in the medical wing of the estate, Kyubi in there with her. It seemed that the vixen had been a mid-wife for youkai, before she came to Konoha. Everyone else was outside watching Heero pace. “My lord, try to stay calm. Atalanta-sama is alright, and you’re here with her this time. Don’t make yourself exhausted before you get the chance to see your children.” Gaara tried to reassure the nervous Heero. “You’re probably right, Gaara. It’s just I never knew about Syaoran until he was 15, so this is all new for me.” Heero sighed and sat down. “Sire, you may be a deity, but you’re as nervous as any mortal father.” Neji chuckled. “You think I’m bad, you should have seen my brother when Hotaru was born.” Heero smiled weakly. It was then that the cries of two newborns was heard. Everyone went silent, their attention focusing on the door that hid Atalanta from them. When Kyubi came out, Heero leapt up. “Congratulation, Heero-sama. You have two beautiful daughters and your mate is doing just fine. You can go in and see her now.” Kyubi smiled. Heero raced through the door, stopping only when he reached Atalanta’s bedside. “They’re beautiful.” He whispered, gazing at his nursing daughters. “Meet Anya and Aurelia.” Atalanta said tiredly. “May I present them to the others?” Heero asked as he was handed the now sleeping Anya. “Of course. I could do with the sleep.” Atalanta handed over Aurelia, helping Heero position the two girls in his arms. “Rest now, you’ve more then enough today.” Heero kissed Atalanta and left the room. “Come to show off, sire?” Arashi smiled. “Naturally. I want everyone to meet Anya and Aurelia.” Heero introduced. “Does this mean that we will be making plans to return to earth, Heero-sama?” Lee asked. “Correct. It is no longer a risk for Atalanta to help open the needed portals.” Heero nodded. “When do you wish for me to begin my duties as your son’s guard?” Naruto asked. “When we return to Demon Domain. Sasuke, I’m putting you in charge of the safety of my daughters.” Heero stated. “I’m honored, my lord.” Sasuke bowed. The following day, Heero sat at the side of the training field with Atalanta and the twins. They were watching the others train. “Wing, why don’t you call Shin and tell the family about the twins? I’m sure Syaoran’s dying to hear about his sisters.” Atalanta suggested. “Hn, I will.” Heero nodded and conjured up a vid-phone.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Duo was working in the library at Demon Domain when the vid-phone rang. Upon answering, he was greatly surprised to see Heero on the other end. “Wing! How are you bro?” Duo exclaimed happily. “Content. The twins were born yesterday.” Heero smirked. “Congratulations! Let me just get the others!” Duo grinned brightly. A couple of minutes later, Rika and Syaoran ran in. “Otou-san!” Syaoran exclaimed. “Hey cub. Have you been behaving for your aunt and uncle?” Heero asked. “He’s been fine. So, where are you Heero?” Rika asked. “Fire Country. Konoha to be exact.” Heero revealed. “What? How in hynes name did you end up there?” Duo yelped in shock “An orange whirly thing in space, as Atalanta put it. In other words, a randomly appearing portal. We’ve taken advantage of the situation and selected the new elite guard. We’ve been unable to open the necessary portals to return because it was a risk to Neko’s pregnancy. However, the twins were born yesterday, so we’ll be returning soon enough.” Heero revealed. “I’m a big brother?” Syaoran was overjoyed. “Indeed. Your sisters are called Anya and Aurelia.” Heero nodded. “Yahoo!!” Syaoran cheered loudly. “We’re still not coming home for another month. We’ll be heading to the Jubban district of Japan. We’ve been sensing something interesting there, so we’re going to take the opportunity to check it out.” Heero explained. Later that afternoon, Duo met up with Trowa, Quatre and Wufei at a local café. He was still grinning broadly. “What’s up with you, Maxwell?” Wufei asked. “Got a phone call from Heero today.” Duo stated. “Really? How are he and Atalanta?” Quatre asked. “Atalanta’s exhausted. She gave birth to twin girls yesterday. They’ve been named Anya and Aurelia.” Duo grinned. “This is welcome news.” Trowa smiled. “I can’t wait to see the twins!” Quatre was practically bouncing in excitement. “You’re perfect parent material, Winner.” Wufei remarked. “I would like to have children on day.” Quatre admitted. “I think you’d make a great dad. Just looked at how much you mothered us during the war.” Duo smirked teasingly. “So when are they due home?” Trowa asked. “A months time. They’re looking into something in the Jubban district.” Duo explained.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The group was in Jubban, Japan, taking up several hotel rooms. “It’s very different from Konoha.” Kiba said, looking out the window. Everyone was gathered in Heero and Atalanta’s rooms. Sasuke was sitting on the couch, playing with the twins. He was a big softie around them, as was Itachi. “Why don’t you all stay here while Heero and I see if we can work out what we sensed?” Atalanta suggested. “Just be careful, your majesties.” Anko said. “Don’t worry, we’re not defenseless. Just look after our daughters for us.” Heero requested. “We will. You can be assured of that.” Sasuke promised.  Teleporting to the roof of the hotel, Heero and Atalanta surveyed the town. “Hm, there’s not too much ground to cover. Just to be safe, though, you’d best take your senshi form.” Heero said, transforming into his armor, sword at his hip. “Good point.” Atalanta nodded and changed into Sailor Life, senshi and Goddess of Life. She was a Blue and silver version of Cosmos, complete with large wings and staff. “I’ll head off in the direction of the shrine over there, you head towards the park.” “Meet you back here once you’re finished. Contact me if you find anything.” Heero agreed. Atalanta had just reached Hino shrine when she saw the sailor senshi fighting several youma on it’s grounds. They were loosing, too, for these particular monsters were very powerful. =Heero, get to the Hino Shrine. There is a battle occurring between senshi and youma, and the senshi are loosing. I’m going to help, but we’re going to need you too!= Atalanta called through their bond. =Be careful. I’ll be there soon.= was Heero’s reply. Gathering powers she had not used for five millennia, Atalanta flew down into the battle, knocking down youma with an ease she had not forgotten. “Who are you?” Mars demanded as Atalanta made her way over to the senshi. “I am Sailor Life. Senshi and Goddess of life. Older sister of Princess Serenity.” Atalanta said as Heero landed beside her. “Are you alright?” he asked, killing youma practiced skill. “Perfectly fine. I’m enjoying this, actually. It’s been a while since I used my senshi powers, so this is fun.” Atalanta kissed Heero, before killing another youma. Once all the youma were dead, the senshi turned to Heero and Atalanta. “Who the hell are you two and where did you come from?” Jupiter demanded. “My my, you lot haven’t changed at all. That’s good to see. Such a shame you don’t have your memories back.” Atalanta giggled, changing into her royal form. Heero shifted forms also. “I am King Heero of Elysion. This is my wife, Queen Atalanta. Before marrying me, she was Princess Atalanta of Lunaria and Egypt, second oldest child of Queen Selenity. Serenity, senshi, you may not remember us, but we both have our full memories intact.” Heero said. “You’re my sister?” Serenity asked uncertainly. “Indeed I am, Sere. I have missed you, my baby sister. You are not an only child. In fact, our family is pretty large. We have an older brother named Milliardo, my twin brother Quatre, and our adopted baby brother, Akeifa. Father always loved children. Of course, the Saturnians out did us. They had six children in their family.” Atalanta smiled, affectionately running her fingers through Cosmos’ fringe. “You remember our father? Why is it that I can only remember mother?” Cosmos asked. “Father split his time between the moon and Egypt, as did mother. Because you were heir, you spent most of your time with mother, so your memories of father are not as strong as mine are.” Atalanta explained. Suddenly Saturn de-transformed into the three year old Hotaru. “Aunty Neko! Unca’ Wing!” She exclaimed happily, leaping into Heero’s arms. “Hotaru? Is that really you little firefly?” Heero pulled back and stared at Hotaru in shock. “Uh-huh! Where mama and papa?” Hotaru asked. “Back home at Demon Domain, little one. They will be overjoyed to see you alive once more. You were so young when we lost you.” Heero spun Hotaru around happily, before clutching her close and letting a few tears fall onto her hair. “You know her parents?” Neptune was surprised. “We do indeed. Queen Rika of Saturn, and her husband King Duo. Duo is Heero’s fraternal twin brother. We’ve been close in both lifetimes, but none of us knew that their daughter had been reborn. She was only ten months old when we lost her before the fall of the alliance.” Atalanta smiled sadly. “She was the only child born to our generation back then, and her loss affected us all. Your brothers, senshi, will be pleased to know that you are alive, also.” Heero added. “We have brothers?” Ami was startled. “Yes. And some of you have sisters. Mercury, you have an older sister called Aislin. Mars, your brother is known as Wufei. Jupiter, your brother is Trowa.” Atalanta revealed. It was then that Kakashi and Iruka appeared beside her, in full uniform. “Atalanta-sama, we must leave this town. Our presences is drawing dark forces here.” Kakashi stated. “We can’t have that. Iruka, hold Hotaru for me. The senshi are not ready to remember what was revealed to them today.” Heero handed over the three year old, offering his power to Atalanta as she raised her staff and locked up the memories of the senshi. With a soft ‘POOF’, the two royals and two shinobi left.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~   Author’s Notes:         And thus ends my longest chapter yet. In the next chapter, Atalanta and Heero return home with all their companions. The Gundam pilots meet the twins. Milliardo and Lucrezia appear. Everyone has fun at the beach, and Trowa reveals that he has his memories back. All that and more in chapter nineteen!   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~