So, this is the Sequel to Forgotten Children. If you haven't read that, then don't even bother reading this. It won't make sense.

Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto or anything like that. But I own this story. Nor do I own the song. It belongs to Skillet and is called "Yours to Hold"

Warning: This story will contain yaoi and sexual things. That's why it's rated M.

Enjoy.

I see you standing here
But you're so far away
Starving for your attention
You don't even know my name

You're going through so much
But I know that I could be the one to hold you

Every single day
I find it hard to say
I could be yours alone
You will see someday
That all along the way
I was yours to hold
I was yours to hold

I see you walking by
Your hair always hiding your face
I wonder why you've been hurting
I wish I had some way to say

You're going through so much
Don't you know that I could be the one to hold you

I'm stretching but you're just out of reach
You should know
I'm ready when you're ready for me
And I'm waiting for the right time
For the day I catch your eye
To let you know
That I'm yours to hold

I'm stretching but you're just out of reach
I'm ready when you're ready for me

Naruto bounced happily in his seat next to Gaara on the couch. Today was the day. Deidara was finally being released. Even though he still had to be monitored and still had to go back to the institution 3 days a week, Deidara was free. Medication was a must but the blonde was getting more back to himself.

Five years have pasted since Deidara was institutionalized. So much had changed since then. Deidara was so much better though, and at the moment, that was all Naruto cared about. He glanced at the clock. Two more hours and he would go to Sasori's house with Gaara to see the blonde. Sasori had called them earlier in the week to tell them the good news.

Naruto was happy Deidara had Sasori. The man went to see him practically every day. Even though he did lose his job because of Deidara. When that happened, Naruto was terrified Sasori would blame Deidara and never see him again. But Sasori didn't do that. Instead he was able to have more time to spend with the blonde.

Naruto glanced at his redheaded lover and grinned. If it wasn't for Deidara, they never would have met. The two of them had been living together for 3 years now and Naruto couldn't be happier. Since Sai was arrested Naruto stayed with Gaara. Naruto's life was better, and he had the other blonde to thank for it.

It was weird, that everything had to happen to Deidara like it did. The blonde doesn't even know all of it and Naruto wasn't going to be the one to tell him. They were all terrified to tell him. Afraid that he would convert back to how he was five years ago. Sasori would find the right time to tell him. If ever.

Either way, Naruto was still nervous. He knew how Sasori felt about the blonde and also knew that it would be near impossible for Deidara to return his feelings anytime soon. Even now. Even though they've spent almost every day together, the chances of Deidara falling for him were slim to none. Atleast right now.

Deidara needed to be able to function on a daily basis without medication before he could even consider loving again. But no one knew if he ever could function without medication. That was what scared Naruto so much. Deidara was his best friend. If the blonde didn't get better, who knew what would happen to him.

Sure, he seemed normal. But he had his episodes. When something out of the blue would make him snap and he became violent. Mainly toward himself. It was a good thing Sasori was so strong or the blonde would have more self inflicted scars then he already had. A burning hatred for himself was what kept Deidara on medication. Otherwise, he would destroy himself.

But he was getting better. That was easy to see. But the wounds of his past were still oh so deep. They affected his daily life and the people around him. Deidara was determined though. To allow himself to get better. To make himself get better. He wanted a normal life. That was all he could ever ask for. He wanted a normal life with Sasori. But that wasn't exactly easy.

Deidara ran his pale fingers down the hard brick wall of his former room. He smiled as he watched his fingers roam over the texture. His former room, as of today. He was excited and it felt like his heart might explode. He was set free. Almost... He was so close. He didn't want to return three days a week, but he knew if he didn't, he'd be put right back in this place again. For good.

He sighed and let his hand drop to his side. He was moving in with Sasori. Not just his house, but his room. After five years of being alone, he couldn't take another night. Tonight, he would share Sasori's bed and finally be able to sleep peacefully without the help of medication.

He turned and his eyes landed on the bed he had spent many restless nights on. He walked over to it and ran his hand over the crisp cold sheets. He was surprised to find he might miss this place. Sure, it was lonely and secluded. But it was peaceful. It gave him so much time to think. About everything.

He had so many dark secrets in his past that he had pushed away and forgotten about. Having gone through therapy and actually talking about everything made him realize he was the only one that could fix his problems. He was trying, but he was also beginning to feel it was hopeless.

He jumped when the door to the room slammed open. He spun around in time to get tackled around the waist by a small redheaded boy. He barely lost his balance but was able to stay standing against the weight of the six year old.

"Aniki!"

Deidara gently pulled the boy back and squatted down to his level. The boy's green eyes were glistening and red from tears and his lower lip was trembling. "Aki..." He raised his hand and gently brushed his thumb over the boy's flushed cheek, whipping away a few tears. (NO! Deidara is not a pedophile! I know you were thinking it!) "Why are you crying?"

The boy sniffed and jumped forward, wrapping his arms around Deidara's neck tightly. "Mama Claire told me you were leaving!" He buried his head into Deidara's neck, his tears soaking it.

Deidara gently rubbed the small boy's back in comfort. "I'll be back three times a week. Don't worry. You'll see me again."

The boy pulled back and tried to glare at Deidara. His glare was pitiful since his eyes were still leaking tears. "Why didn't Aniki tell me?!"

Deidara sighed and ruffled the boy's soft red hair. "Because, I knew you would over react."

"I'm no over reacting!" He stomped his foot. "I don't even know what that means!"

Deidara laughed softly at him. "I'm sorry, Aki." He pulled the boy closer and hugged him tightly. "I promise you'll see me again..."

"But who am I going to go to when I have nightmares?" He said softly.

"Hikaru."

The boy shook his head and hugged Deidara tighter. "He doesn't cuddle like you..."

The blonde smiled and pet the back of the boy's head. "He'll have to do, Aki."

Deidara met Aki two years ago when the boy came to the institution with his twin brother, Hikaru. Deidara still had yet to know why they were there. But he knew from experience that Aki was more then schizophrenic. The boy would have a full conversation with the wall and yet acted like it was nothing. He saw things no one else saw. And it terrified him.

Deidara was beginning to believe the boy was more psychic then Schizo. At night, he would see things, demons as he called them, and would come running into Deidara's room to protect him. Aki said the demons didn't like Deidara so they stayed away. Aki was the closest thing Deidara had to a little brother.

He didn't really want to leave the boy alone, but he did have his brother. Hikaru may not be as mentally unstable as Aki but they understood each other. Deidara spent more time with Aki though because it seemed like Hikaru didn't like him too much.

The boys were both Japanese and spoke it fluently. But they also knew English just as well. Deidara had no idea where they came from or what happened to his parents. All he knew was Nurse Claire told him the twins didn't have parents.

Something about them drew Deidara in. Aki was draw to Deidara. The blonde had a very harsh gut feeling that he may have been put through the same thing as he when he was little. He hated that feeling and prayed it wasn't true. He never had the courage to ask the boy. After all, he's only six.

Deidara was sure it was more then just that feeling that drew him to Aki. Aki reminded him so much of Sasori. It wasn't just the red hair. If it came to looks, the boy was more like Gaara. But his attitude, even for a six year old, was tough and arrogant. It seemed to fit Sasori.

"A-Aki..." Deidara let go of Aki at the soft voice. He looked at the door and there stood Aki's twin Hikaru. They looked exactly alike, only Aki had green eyes while Hikaru had an orange like color for eyes. The green eyed twin turned around and rubbed his eyes with the long sleeve of his white shirt.

"Hikaru." He tilted his head at his brother slightly.

"A-are you ok?" He glanced at Deidara nervously.

The green eyed twin nodded. "Aniki is leaving today..."

Hikaru's orange eyes widened slightly. "L-Leaving?"

"Yup." Deidara smiled at him. "They're setting me free."

"But you can't go!" The orange eyed boy's outburst surprised both Deidara and Aki. "If you leave then Aki will be lonely!"

Deidara stared at the boy a moment. "No... He has you. He'll never be lonely..."

He shook his head franticly. "No! He... He likes you best!" His eyes filled with tears that threatened to fall.

Deidara opened his mouth to speak but Aki ran forward and tackled his brother to the floor in a hug. "I likes you best, Hikaru!" He said, nuzzling his face against his brother's cheek. "Always!"

Hikaru sniffed and hugged his brother tightly. "Really?"

"Yes!" Deidara smiled as he watched the two boys hug. Aki would be alright as long as Hikaru was with him.

"Well what is this?" Deidara looked up and saw Nurse Claire standing outside the door with Sasori behind her. The blonde couldn't help the grin that over took his face.

Aki and Hikaru got to their feet and smiled up at her, holding hands. "I loves Hikaru and Hikaru loves me." Aki said, grinning.

The older woman's face broke into a smile. "Well, that's wonderful. Have you said good-bye to Deidara yet?"

They both looked over at him. He was still squatting and grinning at them. Aki took off toward him, dragging his brother behind him. Deidara opened his arms and caught them both in a hug. Hikaru seemed a little uncomfortable but still hugged him back. Both pulled back and Aki looked up at him with blurry eyes.

"You promise to come back and see me?"

"I promise."

Aki grinned and leaned up on his tip toes, kissing Deidara's cheek. The boy blushed then ran out of the room, dragging his brother behind him. Deidara grinned and stood up straight.

"Well, I'm glad they'll be alright." Nurse Claire said smiling.

Deidara nodded, still grinning at Sasori. The man was looking at him oddly like the blonde had gone crazy. Nurse Claire glanced between the both before speaking again. "Mr. Akasuna's already filled out the paperwork, Deidara. You can go home now."

The blonde bounced up and down. "Yay!" He grabbed his small bag and threw it over his shoulder before walking over to them. "I'm ready!"

Nurse Claire smiled at him and turned to walk away. He followed after her, Sasori walking beside him. When they reached the exit the old nurse turned and smiled at Deidara with tears in her eyes. Deidara smiled at her and quickly pulled her into a hug.

"It's not like you won't see me again. I'll be here every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday."

She nodded as she pulled back. "Yes. But things will be different without you around."

He smiled. "I'll miss you too."

She nodded to Sasori before taking her leave. Sasori opened the door for Deidara and the blonde gave him another grin before quickly skipping out of the building.

He spun around in the parking lot, taking in the fresh air and sunlight. He was only allowed outside a few times during his containment. Sasori watched him with an amused look. Deidara stopped spinning and grinned at Sasori.

"You never know how much you miss sunlight until you're deprived of it!"

Sasori walked over to him. "Of course."

Deidara smirked then dropped his bag to the ground before quickly jumping on Sasori and wrapping his arms around his neck. Sasori chuckled and wrapped his arms around the blonde's still thin waist. Sasori made a mental note to feed the boy more.

Deidara nuzzled his nose against Sasori's neck, taking in the warm and feeling of having the older man hold him again. He missed this the most. They couldn't really interact too much when the redhead came to see him. But now, they had all the freedom and space in the world.

Sasori sighed in content before pulling back from the blonde. "Let's get out of here."

Deidara nodded in agreement. He couldn't agree more. He picked his bag back up and followed Sasori to his car. He put his bag in the back and climbed in the passenger seat. Sasori got in his side and started up the car.

"Sasori?"

The redhead glanced at him as he put the car in reverse. "Yes?"

"Can we..." The blonde bit his lip.

Sasori turned his head to look at the blonde fully. "Can we?"

Deidara sighed. "Will you take me to... Orochimaru's gave site?"

Sasori's eyes widened a bit. He didn't expect the blonde to want to see the site already. But he couldn't tell him no. Sasori nodded before backing out. "Of course."

Deidara smiled softly and stared out the window. He was finally free. And he had some things he wanted to do. Mainly, seeing Orochimaru's grave site and apologizing to him. He knew there was more going on then what Sasori told him and he was going to get it out of the redhead no matter what it took. He smirked at his own idea. Sasori was soft. He'd get it out of him.

:grins: Yea. I liked that. Hehe. I felt the song was perfect for Deidara and Sasori in this story. Sasori's ready when Deidara's ready for him. I think it's sweet. Skillet's a Christian band. Did you know that? I didn't know that... not until Jaden told me. I was surprised but I can see it. Awesome band.

So, what did you think? I added Aki in there just cuz I felt like it. Dei had to have someone to preoccupy his time. Plus I thought it was cute. And i have a feeling it won't be the last time you see those twins... :grins: I hope I started this sequel off good. I feel I did. Next! The visit to Orochimaru's grave and Dei get's to finally hear a little about what happened after he was in the institute.

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+Matt+