Permission To Seek

LET ME REPEAT THE QUESTION

Naruto gasped face down on the ground in front of the Festival Village; having put everything, he had into winning. He sat up scratching his head; looking around at the many people going in and coming out. “I wonder what’s taking him so long. He should be here by now.”

“Here Uzumaki have something to drink.” Shino offers him a large beverage in a colorful festival cup.

Naruto jump to his feet pointing a finger at Shino his mouth hanging open but no words would come out.

“I win.” He said pushing up his glasses. “Please take this you look like you need it.” Shino said offering him the drink again.

“How did you beat me?” Naruto storms in disbelief.

Shino adjust his stance still staring bemusedly at the aggravated blue eyes. ‘He is completely different, than a few days ago; it is wonderful.’ “I told you Uzumaki, my speed is impressive.” Shino grins as Naruto stomps his feet in frustration. Better still because at that moment Naruto notices Shino’s grin.

“Ha! You are full of smiles today!” He pasted on his own toothy grin the canines pointing out.

Blushing Shino could not take the smile off his face while Naruto draws more and more attention, smirking at his own success.

“I must be really amazing to make the Ice King Melt!” He laughs aloud not realizing that passersby got the wrong impression.

“Did you hear that kid he just said he made some GUY melt in his hands!” Followed by more echoes and laughter.

Shino’s smile fades eyeing Naruto darkly completely humiliated, not a familiar emotion for the bug lord. As would be expected Naruto ended up wearing the drink on the outside of his clothes.

Shaking himself violently he glares at Shino his mouth hanging open again. “What did you do that for?”

“You are mocking me.” He said calmly still not happy with the attention Naruto has drawn.

Stomping in place, grabbing his hair; which now had blue color in it from the drink; he growled. “I just thought it was cool that we just got here and you are enjoying yourself! Now look at me! I got blue hair!” He growls looking around for somewhere to dip his head.

Despite the seriousness of the situation, Shino chuckles that made Naruto fume he hisses through clench teeth, “What’s so funny Aburame!”

“Your hair matches your eyes.” He chuckles again eyeing the blue hair and eyes fondly.

Naruto opens his mouth to shout but then he starts to laugh as well. Considering some of the remarks about making a person melt; and blue hair and eyes cannot be all bad. Then fixing a serious look on his face he said in a calm voice; “We really need to work on your temper, let’s start today while we check out the sites.”

Shino nods and turns with Naruto to enter the festival. The first place the bug user led his golden hair friend is to a water pump to rinse some of the drink out of his hair unsuccessfully. “I’m sorry I lost it and did that to you.”

Drying his hair by squeezing and shaking it, Naruto grins. “Don’t worry about it once I get home I can wash it I’m sure it will come out.” He shook the golden crop again sending droplets all over Shino.

“Since it is my fault I will help you get it out if you like.” He shifts nervously, trying to turn his face away.

Naruto stop shaking; a kind smile stretching his face; “I would like that.” He blushes slightly; “I guess I’ll get another drink; this one going inside.” He laughs.

The look in his eyes when he accepted the offer for help did not go unnoticed; as Naruto ran over to get another drink he felt his spirit lift considerably. ‘That was not his normal tone; he truly wants me to get close.’ His eyes follow Naruto bouncing at the back of the line as he edges forward people push in front of him almost as if he was invisible. Shino walks over.

“One large;” he said. Elbowing to the front and glaring so hard at the merchant, they comply with out hesitation. “Here you are Uzumaki” offering him the drink. ‘He looks so happy; I am very happy to be here with him.’ “Don’t get too accustomed to me doing things like that; you don’t need me to push my way to the front for you.” He smirks at the flush in Naruto's cheeks.

“I don’t.” he snaps balling his fist. “Ok let’s get some games out of the way, since we have a tie so far with the pillow fight!” Naruto states loudly.

“There is no tie.” Shino turns to face him fully.

“Yes there is, this morning was a draw!”

Shino laughed inwardly at Naruto’s animation; ‘where was this Tuesday.’ “I won this morning and I won the race. That makes Shino two Naruto zero.” He grins as Naruto jumps up and down.

Something caught Naruto’s eye and he stop his temper tantrum. His bright eyes fixed above gazing at a hot air balloon rising over the tops of every one. “Wow, look at that! Do you want to get in one?”

Shino gazes up at the balloons; ‘that will be very cozy.’ “Sure.” They set off for the area; Naruto still transfixed on them. “Well we could try some of these games here and then ride later, that way you will have a chance to catch up to me; since you are so far behind.” Shino said thoughtfully eyeing Naruto out the corner of his eye; smirking.

Face darkening by the second as Shino continues to smirk. Naruto explodes. “Alright! It’s on!”

One rule they promise no ninja techniques; well most of the games has signs not allowing the use of the talent anyway. By the time, they arrive later that early evening at the hot air balloons, Shino feeling very pleased with him self and Naruto, being Naruto.

“Let’s see” Shino said considering the totals; “Shino 20 Naruto 10; I still lead; we will need to head back after this so I do not see how you are going to catch up. My lead is too great.”

Naruto’s face set in a firm grimace; glares in his direction; ‘this guy is funny, he is enjoying himself and I am great! Eros-Sannin said jokes and guts; I got a lot of both.’ “Just keep on smirking and you’ll see.” He said derisively.

They line up for the hot air balloon; since each balloon can accommodate eight people, the line moves quickly. Shino shifts several times, as they got closer to the front noticing the blue color gone from Naruto hair. ‘He may not need help after all.’ He thought sadly. Once they were near the front, Shino walks over to the merchant loading customers with Naruto’s gaze fixed on him.

Several minutes later, Shino gestures for Naruto come over. “What is it?” Naruto's big blue eyes full, of confusion.

The merchant just gazes at them both then directs them to an empty balloon all to themselves. “Thank you.” Shino pulls the gas line forcing heat into the balloon as the merchant removes the sand bags that held it in place. The balloon soars high with each burst of gas climbing over the countryside.

“Wow! Look Shino!” Naruto points to the vast forest and in the distance, the lakes and rivers that only a bird’s eye view could give.

“That stuff is out of your hair, it looks like it came out in one of the water games.” Shino lounges on the opposite side of the balloon; the only site he desires to see is Naruto alone.”

Naruto pulls off his forehead protector shoving his fingers in his hair; “I guess you’re right.” He glances at the dark shades; his voice less animated. “How did you manage to get a private balloon?” Naruto turns away looking down at the world; ‘I really want him to wash my hair.’

Shino continues to lounge as Naruto turns his sad eyes away. His heart rate elevates joining Naruto on the other side of the basket, staring at the young ninja’s profile. “May I still wash your hair?”

Naruto glances at Shino quickly then back over the landscape. “Thank you, I would like that.” His face blushes deeply, Shino turns looking over the valley as well. “It is beautiful.” Naruto said softly after several silent moments.

“Naruto can I ask you a question, well two questions?” He smiles but did not look at Naruto directly he did not think his nerves could take it.

“Two questions? Ok. What?”

Unable to resist he looks at Naruto; ‘he looks puzzled by the statement. I hope I’m reading him correctly.’ “The other day I asked you about the person you admire the most; I just want to clarify something. Do you desire a bond with them as well?” He snaps inwardly at the Kikai; they stop humming.

He did not recall that question; his eyes roll thoughtfully around gazing at the clouds then back down to the trees below. “What’s a bond?” He glances in Shino’s face, unable to keep his eyes on him too long; “Uhm, I don’t remember you asking me about the person I admire the most, I do forget a lot of stuff; I’m sorry.”

Shino turned around so his back press against the side of the balloon; he did not want to miss any of Naruto reactions to his question; he began to wonder if he had kept his eyes on him the other day he may have understood more. “Well, I will be happy to repeat the question, but I will start with telling you what a bond means to me.” He fell silent until Naruto large blue eyes met his; he slid down to the bottom of the basket and Naruto following; only Naruto lays flat on his back staring dreamily at the sky.

“A bond;” Shino begins folding one knee up to his chest. “Is a connection you make to your most import person; eventually you may marry a person you have made a bond with, but that doesn’t always happen.” He can feel the heat rising in his face as Naruto turns slightly droopy eyes on him; he forces himself not to look away despite the flush. “The other day I ask you who do you admire the most above all others?” He could not bring himself to repeat Naruto’s answer.

“Oh,” Naruto gazes thoughtfully on Shino his mind drifting back to their last meeting before he went to the hot spring. “I don’t remember, but I can tell you about the person I admire the most.” His voice trails off in turning back to the vast sky. Shino waits patiently, not taking his eyes off the way Naruto considers the question.

“I have always admired the 4th Hokage and the 3rd that old man; we had some happy times.” He thought fondly about his sexy-jutsu and the Third fainted. “Kaka-sensei he is a really cool guy, I am learning so much from him about teamwork. If it were not for Tsunade-sama, I would not have pushed myself to learn Rashangon. That Eros-Sannin, he is the biggest pervert in the world but he is teaching me some good stuff and I like him; he said I remind him of himself when he was my age. There are so many people I admire; but above everyone;” his vibrant eyes shined more.

Shino held his breath, Naruto's response completely different from two days ago; in the back of his mind, it began to annoy him these drastic differences.

Turning on his stomach, he grinned at Shino widely. “Above everyone I must say Iruka-sensei!” He sat up on his butt, next to Shino’s extended leg. “Iruka-sensei was the first person to acknowledge me, he always gave me a hard time in school, but it was because he cares. I know he does a lot at the academy now and he still gets on plenty of kids; but I think he and I have a special bond.” He gazed up at the clouds again.

He must have misunderstood before he could ask for clarification Naruto filled in the gap.

“I see him like a father, even though we are not that far apart in age. I image sometimes he is much older; and in some ways he acts like an old man. Oh well, it is nice to ask that question. Is there someone you admire the most?” Naruto continued to grin as the balloon touched down in the field.

Causing both to jump, neither had realized the balloon loosing altitude. “Well, we should start back.” Shino said eyeing his companion. ‘His answer completely different, well thought as if seriously considered. The other day was…’

“Shino, can I ask you a question?”

“That would be two questions.” He said smirking.

Scratching his head, not getting the reply he decided to ask anyway as they made their way back on the road just outside the festival. “Kimimaro said you mentioned a list to him, that his name would stay on your list; can you tell me about that?”

Looking at Naruto, he wonders what else the pervert told him. ‘He is asking questions, he only auto replied the other day.’ He leaned in closer towards Naruto, who blushes.

“What’s wrong Shino? Oh, how about we race to the special place I know. It is so cool and I think I am the only one who knows about it. I will answer the rest of your questions and you can make your request and give me some answers about Kimimaro.” Naruto grins as if all is settled.

“Special place?”

“It so cool, there is a water fall and a lake; it is secluded too.” Shino noted a sneaky glint in his eyes.

“Really” ‘Something is not right, he is describing the place we went two days ago. “I think that is a good idea, but I don’t want to race, my speed is not fair; how about you just keep up with me and I will give you one of my requests.”

“That’s something, I wont loose!”

“You mean you will keep up!”

Naruto growls stomping toward the dark shades “Well let’s go then!” he snapped.

With a leap, both ninja jumped into the trees with agility Shino in the lead, knowing where the falls lake is located. “You are really good, but now I’m going to push you; so be careful.”

“I am great!” Naruto beamed, howling as he pushed his legs muscles harder to keep pace with the burst of Shino’s speed. “YEAH!”

In just over an hour, they broke thru the tree line at the falls lake. Shino landed standing up straight his mind rushing back the last time he had been there. Naruto landed directly behind him, gasping for breath however very excited.

“YEAH! I LOVE THIS PLACE!” Running toward the lake edge and looking across at the falls. “Shino! Look that’s where the falls mix with a hot spring so the water is a really nice temperature!” Naruto exclaimed pointing exuberantly toward the falling water ledge.

Shino shifted his gaze on the blonde now thoroughly confused ready to ask some direct questions about the strange behavior. He crouched down his mind working over the last few days as he eyed Naruto, bouncing around very animated the way he presumed he would act. He sat down on the grass near a weeping willow tree. Naruto turned to glance back at him then trotted over; falling back flat on his back his legs pointing toward Shino on the ground.

“Oh I love this place.” He mused; his eyes closed. Sitting up briefly, he pulled his jacket over his head not bothering to unzip it, tossing it to the side as if he could careless where it landed. He flopped back again throwing his hands behind his head; “I use to train here awhile ago.” Naruto closed his eyes trying to remember why he stopped coming here. His mesh muscle shirt clinging to his taunt physique riding up a few inches showed his abs.

Shino’s, questions vanished as he took notice of Naruto; ‘he is so sexy, but what is that on his abdomen.’ Shino reaches forward noticing the dark twirl around Naruto's navel just visible under the few inches of raised shirt. He plucks up the end of the shirt lifting it towards Naruto’s chest, eyeing the circular pattern with interest.

Naruto flinches lifting his head slightly “What are you doing?” the draft feels good on his sweaty skin.

“What is this?” Shino remarks as the fingers of his free hand touches the symbol lightly, tracing its twirl path from the center outward. He blushes at Naruto’s reaction.

“Oh, aw!” Naruto pushes his hips forward; his body shuddering; swiftly closing a hand over top Shino’s to stop his progress. “Hey don’t do that!” A nervous grin twitches his shining face. “What are you doing!” the hand he clasp still held in place, not removed.

Shino feels his heart is in danger of breaking out of his chest; he stares in the blue eyes fascinated. ‘This touch excites him? Naruto enjoys the way it feels?’ “What is this on your abdomen?” He twitches his fingers lightly, this time focusing on Naruto’s face. Naruto begins sitting up, however as the fingers move, his eyes roll up in his head, his groin growing with excitement.

“Aw! oh, nu… No!” he gasp. Lifting Shino’s hand from the seal, as it fades he looks down to see only his navel. “What, how? What are you talking about?” his body still trembling with the excitement.

Pulling his eyes away from Naruto's face, Shino glances back at the bronze tone navel to see the mark gone. Naruto still held his hand away. “There was a mark on your abdomen, it’s vanished now.” Shino says leaning closer to Naruto feeling the elevated body heat. ‘He likes that, in my dream…’

“I don’t see anything! That makes me feel weird, don’t do that!” He said nervously releasing Shino’s hand. ‘That felt so good, how did he know I like to be touch there? It will be dangerous if he does that again I might not be able to control myself.’ Pulling his shirt down he looks up to see Shino leaning in close. “What?” A blush deepens the flush in his cheeks.

“I am sorry I did not mean to upset you.” His face several shade darker, but he did not turn away from Naruto’s bright eyes. “I could wash your hair now if you like; I have everything we need.” Shino’s voice is deep whisper; his olive tone skin darkens while he speaks all his attention towards Naruto.

Naruto smiles then grins. “I’m not upset, I don’t know what you saw on my belly; but touching me like that can make all sort of things happen.” He lay back on the ground gazing up at the sky; “Shino can you tell me who you admire the most.”

Shino stares at him for several minutes thinking how he should word his response. ‘If I hesitate while he is making it plain I will loose my chance to create a bond.’ “The person I admire the most is you Uzumaki.” His mind already convinced something has gone wrong, did not bother to question why he needs to tell Naruto again.

The large blue eyes gaze at him slightly out of focus and if he were lost in his own thoughts his hand absently stroking the outside of his shirt, over his navel. “Why me?” Naruto whispers.

“You are a hero.” He moves forward stretching out on the ground next to Naruto on his stomach, which serves the purpose of hiding his own arousal. “My earliest memory of you is when you stopped some kids from picking on me. You said ‘A hero always comes just in the nick of time.’ It changed me to have someone stand up for me. I learned that same day something valuable; that I see you hold to in everything you do. I honor your way of the ninja; because it’s my way as well.” He push up his glasses as Naruto fixed his beautiful eyes on him, looking less dreamy but dazed by Shino’s words.

“Oh I don’t remember helping you, I’m sorry.” His mind on the forest and the sound of the voice that spoke to him; ‘it was really him, saying words like that to me.’ His eyes sparked lightly.

“My way is your way such as: Never leave a comrade behind; never turn you back on a friend; and always help those in need even if they are an enemy. It’s silly but, back then I ran like a mouse; when you got knocked down my father told me later that the reason I was not caught by the bully is because You Uzumaki stop them.” He reaches over touching Naruto’s shoulder. “I never got a chance to thank you for being a hero; this is why I admire you above all others.”

“Really,” he stares at his own reflection in the dark lenses, he never really thought of himself as a hero just a person who would try to protect everyone especially his important people. “Thanks for saying that.” ‘So he acknowledges me too, that’s cool.’ He gazed back up at the clouds, the sky beginning to darken; wondering how to make a relationship with a man. “Why were you so upset by what Kimimaro said to you during your training?”

Laying on his back gazing up at the sky, enjoying the calm feeling of peace washing over him; he smiled ‘this is what I hoped for, Naruto is feeling the same way about me.’ “He is a vulgar man; I have a bad temper; since…” he pauses, not wanting to mention Sasuke. “I have always had a bad temper; he just went too far with his disgusting remarks, and I wanted to get back to Konoha.”

Naruto turns his gaze back to Shino’s profile; he could just make out the upward slant of his eye just pass the stem of the dark shades. ‘I feel so happy; I want to see his eyes;’ “Shino.”

Turning to face him; “Yes Uzumaki”

“Can I see your eyes?”

‘Should I ask if this is his request, it is an intimate thing?’ Sitting up on one elbow, Shino stares at Naruto. “Why don’t we start your hair and I’ll tell you about these eyes.” He smiles as Naruto face brightens.

“I hope you don’t ware that tee shirt….” Naruto began then flushed deeply as Shino began to chuckle.

“Do you remember that?” he grins. “You were really dopy that day; half of what you said made no sense; if it were audible. I did not think you would remember any of it; do you know what happen?”

Standing and offering a hand to Naruto who accepts the assistance standing next to him with a sly grin.

“I remember your tee shirt in the shower, while you wash my hair; that was great.” He grins crookedly as his blush deepens at other things he did not want to repeat. “Oh that stuff smells so good, where did you get it?” He pulls his shirt over his head as he made his way around the lake leading to a path that linked a smaller pool of warm water.

Shino watches Naruto strip, stunned at his carefree attitude with his body following his lead, he quickly pulls off his clothing while picking up the things Naruto cast away in any direction. By the time, they arrive at the small pool Naruto completely naked Shino holding all their things and only in his briefs.

“I make my own soaps.” Shino remarks distractedly his eyes plastered on Naruto's naked figure.

Naruto steps in the hot spring with a sigh of relief looking around for a moment then turning to see the stunned look on Shino’s face. “What’s wrong?” ‘I guess he likes what he sees he is speechless.’

Shino turns away, placing their belongings on a large tree limb removing the soap from his ninja pouch. ‘It won’t go down; he is staring, what should I do?’

“You can sit here;” Naruto gestures to a mossy ledge that appears shallow but had a few levels of rocks convenient for their needs. “I’ll sit in front of you.” Naruto moves over and sat on the lower wall gazing up at Shino.

Feeling the heat rise in his chest with the humming sound of the Kikai he pulls down his brief placing them with the other clothing. Trying to ignore the huge grin he sees spread across Naruto’s face at his erection. “Naruto do not mock me; my temper will not tolerate it.” He says darkly.

“It’s alright just come on; my hair sure is dirty.” He smirks and turns away. ‘Lucky, I’m not the only one with a boner.’

Shino eases into the hot spring behind Naruto’s back, sitting in the nicely warm water; soft spirals of steam rising around them the sounds of the night beginning to peek. “We do not have a lot of time it will be dark soon.” He added soap to the blonde locks and began to massage them into lather; pausing only to add some water and soap to his own hair. Then returned to scratching the beautiful head between his legs; Naruto lounging with his elbows on Shino’s thighs, pretending not to notice the way his cock kept poking his back between the shoulder blades.

“Oh this feels nice;” he said dreamily. “You are a good friend.” He grins wondering how good a friend he will become. ‘He’s shy so I need to be patient, but that boner says it all.’ He snickers.

“What is amusing Uzumaki.” Thoroughly excited he could do this for him again; Shino pushes his erection under the water and moves closer to Naruto to keep it from bobbing back up.

“It’s alright you fixed it;” he snickers again. The hands in his hair pause. “I am not mocking you, it was just an observation. I have that problem all the time.” The hands began to move, in small circles; Naruto enjoying it immensely. “Can you tell me who you desire a bond with? Will you show me your eyes? He moans as the fingers work deeper into his scalp.

Pushing him under water with a large hand, and then watching him pop back up wiping his eyes; Shino felt a tug at a sensitive area on his body; “what is your request?” ‘Here we are asking questions instead of answering them. “I will tell you about these eyes first” pushing his erection down as Naruto took his place to begin the process again; slowly working the soap into a thick lather.

“It is considered intimate to look directly into someone’s eyes in my Clan; usually something you would reserve for a close family member or a person with whom you share a bond.”

“Really, there just eyes, as a ninja you always look into a person’s eyes to predict their next move.” Naruto stated not understanding the significance.

“Well there may come a time when the use of eyes is not a benefit but a handicap.” He states flatly thinking of Itachi; “Well that is why my Clan keep dark shades to hide their eyes from view as we speak to people or gaze.” He rubs his hand down the back of Naruto’s neck massaging the tight muscles; working his way toward the shoulders; Naruto leans back against him, a soft moan escaping his throat. Shino shudders.

“I can tell you that to gaze in our eyes would be similar to a woman saying you may touch her breast.” Shino works his finger into the larger muscles on Naruto's shoulders and then retraces his path back up his neck to the foamy crop.

Naruto chuckles the image of a women walking up and saying ‘Hi you may touch my boob.’ “That would be something.” He snickers aloud.

“Uzumaki, I believe you are a true pervert;” Shino joins Naruto in soft laughter. “Let me add, it is not a requirement within the Clan; but it is a custom that most follow; by no means is it necessary.” Dropping his voice, he leans forward whispering in Naruto's ear; wrapping his arms around his neck, allowing his fingers to brush over Naruto chest and nipples. “Do you truly want to see my eyes? I would be happy to show them to you.” His voice trembles with suppress excitement, brushing his lips over the Naruto’s ear. He did not want to wait any longer.

Now Naruto shudders, the velvety voice melting him. As Shino’s hands brushed over his nipples, Naruto can feel his body responding. Instantly remembers those fingers circling his navel. ‘He doesn’t seem shy at all now.’ “Yes, I would like to see, if you tell me your request.” He half turns to see his friend no longer blushing; looking serious; his face unreadable.

“Ok,” Shino pushes Naruto firmly under the water as he eases himself in fully going under as well. They both stare at each other shortly under the water than push up to the surface. Wiping their hair back, taking in deep breaths “I wonder if you will tell me yours as well.” Shino lifts himself to a lower ledge while Naruto edges in next to him their legs touching.

“Oh, sure I was going to ask if you would wash my hair.” A short nervous smile stretches his face as his heart continues to beat wildly.

“Well I offered before you had a request so it doesn’t count.” Stretching his leg a little so it continued to brush Naruto’s his heart racing he swallows a lump in his throat. ‘I have come this far; there is no going back now.’ “I want you to allow me to kiss you.” Shino stares at the wide blue eyes, his Kikai hum so high barely audible.

Naruto blinks; then blushes as he smiles. ‘Lucky, he is really good, that was my second choice; I guess I’ll try for that other thing.’ “Oh Shino-kun, I didn’t know you care.” He says jokingly trying to calm his nervousness.

“I care very much Uzumaki.” In contrast, Shino’s voice is calm and controlled. He lifts his hand to remove the dark shades; his eyes closed as he places the shades on the grassy side of the spring. He lifts a hand to Naruto's cheek whispering, “You have no idea how much I care.” Shino opens his eyes slowly easing closer to Naruto’s face.

The gentle caress on his face awakens something in Naruto’s memory. “You want a bond with me?” the slow nod confirms it. ‘Those eyes are amazing, so beautiful. I’ve never seen any like them before and they are full of …...’ He feels speechless as the eyes close in on him.

“Who do you desire a bond with Uzumaki?” He place soft kisses on Naruto’s cheek and brow as the hand on his face strokes his hair behind the ear. “I have never desired another I never will.” He gazed deeply into the bright blue eyes; the corners of his own eyes rising up higher as he smiles at the young ninja. ‘Naruto did not pull away, I can hear his heart beating just as strong he wants this bond.’

His mind racing ahead trying to keep up with what is happening. His friend sitting next to him stroking his skin, looking at him with the most startling eyes he has ever seen. “Will you kiss me?” he gaze at the slanting eyes as sparks of desire fill them; the most beautiful smile he had ever seen. “Your eyes are beautiful; they do look like your mothers. The color is incredible, they are full of…” he pauses as thin lips meet his.

“Full of.” Shino whispers, his body quivering as his lips meet the one he desires again. “Love for you Naruto.” The lips press deeper, a deep moan rumbling in his chest. Pulling back to gaze at the glassy eyed expression on Naruto’s flush face.

“Me?” He repeats. ‘What’s happening; my heart will not slow; I want him to kiss me and not let go.’ “Kiss me again.”

“My pleasure.” Moving forward Shino plants tender kisses on the full mouth; this time Naruto meet the kiss hesitantly quickly pecking with quick moist kisses; however each dip onto the others mouth lasting several seconds longer than the one before. He sighs deeply his heart rate growing by the second. ‘He is teasing me; he enjoys my kiss. I love him.’ The passion mounting as their tongues flick quickly, then lingering, tasting, savoring the feel of their tongues vibrating lightly finally, blowing hot breath in each others mouth shuddering.

Naruto eases trembling hands to the sides of Shino’s jaw; pressing his body against the broader chest gasping at the sensation of his partner’s heart banging against his. Pausing, pulling back to look into the vibrant eyes slightly above him; he does not want the feeling to end. His voice trembles as he spoke “I don’t understand what’s happening to me; but I want this bond with you Shino.” He presses in to kiss his new lover, ‘why do I desire this bond? This feels so good.’

Releasing an audible sigh Shino wraps his arms around Naruto shoulders pulling him into a tight embrace; making it clear he will provide everything his lover needs. This time Shino sucks deeply on the full mouth leading the intensity and direction of the kiss before submitting the lead to Naruto. The tan arms encircle his neck moaning their mouths licking first top then bottom lips intermittently then sucking on each other tongue till they both pull away staring at each other breathless.

Naruto begins to tremble, which quickly turn into a full body quake. ‘What if it happens again, I won’t be able to stop him; and I feel I don’t want to stop him. I’m afraid.’ “We better go.” He stammers his voice relaying the fear in his heart. His heart and body tells him to stay, while his mind fears what will happen. Naruto's teeth to chatter lightly as the person made no move to release his hold.

Cupping the back of Naruto head, Shino places a kiss on his forehead; “Sure we can leave just tell me your request; and Naruto;” he paused until the bright blue eyes clear and focus on him. “I will never hurt you in any way; there is no need to fear me; I am weak when it comes to you.” The bright eyes twinkle at him lightly, the tremble lessens.

“I want to make you come.” He stared at him with wide-open eyes; his voice still trembling Naruto grins; “it was a joke but why not if you like.” His hand lowers toward the protruding length beneath the water surface.

Shino smiles as he sent dozens of Kikai to eliminate anyone that came near them especially Sasuke.

“That joke pissed me off, because it is true; I would like that very much;” he leans into toward Naruto’s ear breathing; “only if you will allow me to make you come as well.” Naruto shudders again; as Shino eases back brushing his lips over the full mouth, while taking a deep breath; “I desire so much from you Naruto; sex is a small part of those desires.” He leans back as the callused hand wraps around his throbbing length.

Transfixed on the shining eyes Naruto moves with instinct; ignoring the fear welling in his chest; pushing pass that fear to the mesmerizing passion building inside him. Naruto tightens his jaw as his own need is grasp by a large hand, pumping perfectly. Once upon a time, there was room for someone else to be here sharing this intimate moment; but they would not acknowledge him. So now, he gazed into unbelievably beautiful eyes; repeating words, he only ever felt toward the one he let go. Now he would have someone return his feelings; it seems like they would exceed that by a great deal. ‘He’s telling me he loves me; and his eyes tell me it is the truth. What am I going to do but give in to this; I’ve never had anyone return my feelings.’

“Lets get out” Shino whispers, breaking Naruto’s stream of thought as the hand stroking his cock lifts; his body began to tremble with the unknown, fear of what might happen.

Rising and offering him a hand the young man steps out of the warm water and settles down next to its grassy side. Naruto stood in front of him trying to master the fear that had seized hold of his heart; his legs would not bend to sit opposite the man at his feet.

“I won’t hurt you Naruto; just sit here;” he gestures for him to sit facing him; lifting a hand to guide him down. “I love you Tenshi.”

“Tenshi?” Naruto repeats, “Tenshi is that what I am to you?”

“Yes, come” he reaches for Naruto’s hand taking it gently and pulling him to sit with his legs scissor across him. They both faced each other, with one leg over the others; wrapping an arm around Naruto, he kisses him as soon as he settles down. The kiss probing and deep once again taking the lead and maintaining his authority; sucking Naruto’s tongue out and pushing his in; pulling the blondes lips into his mouth; as his free hand begin sinuous strokes on the blondes erection. It did not surprise him that Naruto sought the same passionate kiss gasping into his mouth bucking his hips lightly into the strokes. Clasping Shino’s manhood in a firm grip, he pumps his wrist up and down; allowing his thumb to brush over the sensitive head in rhythm with his hip thrust his eyes glued to the ones in front of him. Shino leaned back slightly, his body trembling from the erotic stimulation; his eyes rolling up in his head overwhelmed by the passion he feels as the love of his life takes hold of his penis.

“Open your eyes.” Naruto’s voice trembles leaning in closer to his new lover his grip tightening the strokes increasing. He could feel the cock swelling more, he wants to see Shino’s eyes when he climax. He moans as the strokes on his own protrusion speed up to match what he delivers.

Shino opens his eyes feeling light headed, knowing he would not last long Naruto’s fluid movements and the intoxication of the golden hair ninja pushing him to the brink of explosion. Shino gasps unable to take his eyes away from the vibrant blue eyes glaring into his. Naruto brush his lips over the man feeling the cock tremble in his grip he knew what was coming. “I…am... I ...” Shino stammers. Then a second later Shino erupts milky fluid several inches from the source before it mushrooms down the side of Naruto’s hand. His climax triggered the next one from Naruto who, other than a soft moan; stared enraptured at Shino. The hand stroking his cock reflexively quakes and grips pleasurably which led to the chain reaction ejaculation from Naruto; spewing up thick white juice that ran slowly down the side of the large hand gripping him.

Both breathing unable to move for few moments; then Shino moves forward pressing his semi-hard cock on Naruto’s; giving his new lover a tender kiss; his eyes fixedly open. “Feels so good.” Shino says in a husky voice continuing to stroke the head of the Naruto's cock in his grip against his own.

“Yes it does.” Naruto doing the same lifting his hips so both cock bummed together between strokes. The pumping starting up again, he could tell Naruto wanted more his cock growing firm in his hand; they both rubbed the two milky heads together mixing their juices, hissing and moaning as the sensation grew; between increasingly passionate kisses; and glances at both sopping engorged cocks.

“Yes!" “ Naruto hisses all fear deserting him he rocks his hips forward so the head of his cock bumps faster against Shino’s. His mouth dived deeper into the brunettes, their tongues pushing forward as their lust for fulfillment grew. The sounds of the kiss increasing as their bodies sear with long dormant desire. He could not remember being so sexually excited in his short life; he never wants the feeling to end.

“I’m coming!” Shino moans loud in Naruto’s ear his free hand left his lovers’ back and danced over his navel as if playing a keyboard. The result an intense simultaneous ejaculation; complete with breathless moans and gasping.

Naruto heard his name called as he exclaimed “Shi!” the rest lost in a gagging bliss of climax.

The mouth on his kept lifting, and then returning before it would lift again. Naruto stares into the brilliant eyes; all he could do is relent to the kissing; his hand still held the semi-hard extension; but the movements were less firm just light stroking. The golden hair ninja moans into the other mouth and then shivers his heart still racing. The sky with the barest peaks of light; they were surrounded by the night. He did not care, the feeling too blissful to end.

“You are cold, lets get back in to warm up and I’ll make a fire to keep us warm.” Shino soothes. “Naruto?”

“Yes, Shino”

“You are an amazing lover.” He smiles his vibrant eyes, turning up more at the corners. “I really had a lot of fun today; I want to make it forever.”

A gentle smile dance across his mouth as Naruto puckers his lips more to the gentle kiss from his lover. “You are an outstanding lover; and I never image it would be this good.” He trembles again.

That was all Shino needed easing his legs from under his smaller partner he pulls him to his feet. Embracing him firmly in his arms enjoying the feel as Naruto cuddled against him; submitting to him. Kissing him gingerly and rubbing his lips over the beautiful face smiling up at him, he sighs leading the way back into the hot spring.

ONE HOUR LATER….

Naruto gazes up at the stars as a small fire lights their camp around them. A hand gently stroking through his hair he could clearly hear the heart of the person under him. “The sky is full of stars; it really is beautiful.” He whispers; the sounds of the night creatures filling the surrounding forest.

“You are beautiful. Everything is wonderful because of you.” Shino replies continuing to stroke the golden hair on his chest Naruto’s head resting comfortably. They both lounge near the weeping willow tree now fully dressed with Shino acting the pillow as Naruto laid with his head on Shino’s abs. He tilts his gaze at the blonde ninja; the fire had his features glowing reddish orange; but pass the fire glow another glow twinkles in the vibrant eyes. As if sensing the eyes on him he turns his head staring in the bright eyes with peaceful submission.

“I thought you were shy, you are incredible.” He snickers; thinking of the way Shino completely took control of their encounter.

Shino stares at him for several moments. “You seduced me today.” He trembles; amazed at Naruto.

“Yeah, I tried; but you kept putting me off; threatening me with extreme pain; so I just thought I would need to move a little slower to see if my dreams of you were real.” He grins at the upturn eyes above him.

“I am not shy; just cautious. I did not want to scare you away; making this bond is the most important thing in my life. You are the most important person Naruto.” His hand passes through the soft blonde waves again. “I’ve waited a very long time for those eyes you are giving me now. I would wait forever if I needed to; you are worth every second.”

“Can you tell me about the list Kimimaro said you put him on.” Turning on his side so he could continue to gaze in Shino’s face Naruto rest against the black tee shirt he loves to see Shino wearing.

Shino looks in his bright eyes smiling; “He told you about that? Bastard.” He grins, “Well it is a list of the people I want to kill personally. I guess I could say, persons I would like to see die, however doing it myself is preferred.” He strokes the golden hair lightly.

Naruto raise his head looking intently at Shino; the eyes did not fit the explanation. It was as if the words never show on his face, ‘people are insignificant?’ “You really want to kill Kimimaro-san?” his voice betrays him.

“Naruto, that was years ago; he since has become a part of my…” he paused not knowing when he became fond of Kimi. “It’s like a love hate thing; he likes to get under my skin; I like to threaten him with immediate death.” Shino smiles as a light of relief enters the blue eyes. “I have never truly defeated him; I fear I never will. He is my rival; in a way but he has not been himself for many years so I can’t truly face him like I want.” His voice trails off in silent thoughts.

“Kimimaro-san said you defeated him in your last training; so you did already accomplish that.” He sat up not understanding why Shino’s eyes darkened.

“That was not really fair; I acted on anger alone and he underestimated me. I do not really see that as a true challenge. We were just training and I got lucky.” He stroked the blonde hair; then gestures for Naruto to come closer.

Naruto slid up to his mouth with a sweet smile; bushing his lips on Shino’s chin then placing a full mouth kisses on his lips. He smiles into the kiss. ‘I am falling for him; his eyes are so wonderful.’ “How many people are on your list?” Naruto wonders.

Gazing in the vibrant eyes, he felt a desire not to tell him Naruto too much the hero perhaps to understand this deviant side of him. “Let me ask you some questions first. Will it make a difference if the list is long or short? Will you change how you feel about me if people on the list are your friends? What would you do if I still intend to kill those on my list even if you disagree?” Naruto eyes darkened; he sat up and glaring at Shino his eyes speaking thousands of words before he opened his mouth. Shino sat up too; he did not want him to answer.

Naruto looks away from him his heart aching; but long cool fingers caressed his chin guiding his gaze back to his vibrant violet eyes. “Listen Naruto, there is nothing I wouldn’t do for you; no lengths.” The demons inside him object to his final decision. “I love you more than any goal I have ever set for myself. Many of the people I hate I have very good reasons to want their death; some are just people who have done evil deeds in their time and need to be judged. I am not a saint, and I do take pleasure in making people who annoy me suffer, it’s just who I am.” He leaned forward kissing his face gently working his way to his ear. “I will show you all the darkest parts of my heart, so you can shine the light of your love on it and save me from self destruction.”

‘He makes me feel guilty for not wanting him to…’ his train of thought cut short as a horrible realization occurred to him. “Shino, is Sasuke on your list?” Naruto pulls away staring into the violet eyes, he can see the answer before he spoke.

“Yes, he is number three.” Shino narrows his eyes intently, noticing Naruto’s disappointment. “I have every intention of participating in his death; I will not allow him to die quickly; that I swear.” What started as merely a statement of a fact; ended with a cold cutting edge; inside warning Naruto not to interfere.

Naruto cast his eyes away feeling a deep pain growing in his heart. ‘What can I do? I care for him but I can’t let him hurt Sasuke.’ His eyes began to burn; he blinked them to clear the dry eye from staring at the fire.

Shino stood; “We should head back, my uncle will worry.” Starting to gather up their gear and put out the fire. As he threw the last mound of dry sand on the smoldering embers, strong arms wrapped around his waist; he froze then turns looking in Naruto’s teary eyes. He took a deep breath wondering what his uncle will do when he told him he would not kill the Uchiha.

“Please don’t Shino.” His heart heavy with the choice he may need to make a queasy feeling spreading behind his navel. “I know what he did is wrong; and he is a real pain at times. If you could forgive the things he did to you as a kid; that would be enough to let him live right?”

Lifting a hand to caress the flushed cheek; he kiss Naruto’s lips lovingly; “I told you Tenshi I will deny you nothing.” Naruto smiled warmly at him his spirit lifting. “However Naruto listen carefully.” Shino gazes deeply into the blue eyes as he considers the proper words and feeling more love for Naruto than hate at Sasuke. “I will never forgive that Uchiha; he is comrade, he will never be a friend. For you alone I will overlook the hell I still suffer because of his wicked deeds. Should he do anything further to interfere with my life, he will forfeit this blessing only you could provide. I will not overlook his deeds a second time.”

Nodding he laid his head against Shino’s chest; feeling the fear lighten inside him considerably; as strong arms encircle him. Gazing up at the warm smile he realizes something that had faded completely the moment Shino kissed him in the hot spring. ‘I can never tell him what happen; I need to tell Sasuke to never speak of it to anyone.’ He shudders, inwardly.

“Thank you Shi. I love you.”

Shino raised his eyebrows “Shi?”

Naruto grins sheepishly; “If I can be Angel you can be Shi, I think it’s nice. I’ll only use it when we are alone, ok?”

Something made his eyes burn; he blink them to clear away the sensation as he stares at his blonde understanding intimately how deeply he cares for him. “Sure it is nice; I love you too Naruto.” Pulling him a little tighter, and then putting his arm around his shoulder, “Let’s go.”

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WoOt!wow look what happem, I got another installment xD I am under the gun on my other sites too, updating there as well. ^^; so the blond and brunette made the first move, where to now,,,,,? See ya next time!