I apologize for those of you who are looking for an ending. This is my 4th year on this story haha… I will try my best to get it finished soon my friends.

Also, much thanks to my new followers of this story. Your support is immensely appreciated.

Disclaimer: I do NOT own Naruto. And I also fabricated the Goddess tale to fit into my story. I mean no harm to any religion or belief system, I was just quite inspired by her. If anyone is offended, feel free to let me know so I can remedy the situation. Thank you!

Nights are never completely silent, nor was this one any exception. I just happened to be listening to a symphony by being next to her and hearing her breathe while she slept. I don't know why she chose me, but I don't particularly care at the moment. Sôhi-chan is truly amazing and different from everyone else that I have met. I feel at home when I am with her, and it's as if nothing else matters.

I was lying next to this amazing girl who had asked me to be there.

She must not know what she is entirely. That has to be why she is not afraid of hurting anyone. Can you imagine Gaara, if she were to lose her temper? We would all be decimated. She is beautiful like that.

The Shukaku apparently was attracted to her as much as I was, and for a moment, I wish that I could sleep, if only to dream of her…

The morning greeted me with a cat stepping on my face and sunlight pouring through my balcony windows. I rolled over and found a flame haired boy peacefully watching over me.

"Next time, I will try to catch the cat before she wakes you up." Gaara said with a smile.

I smiled back, and then groaned as I got out of bed. I am realizing that I am extremely at peace with him, so much so that it scares me just a bit. I led him back outside so I could shower and prepare for the day, but also to collect my thoughts on the previous night.

My cousin Ronin-kun was alive and here in my flat. His brother Isamu was alive, and apparently a member of the Akatsuki. Probably what concerned me the most was the fact that I revealed my scars to Gaara and Sasuke.

Lets break these problems apart separately.

Firstly was Ronin-kun. He is now old enough to enter into ninja school, but should be carefully looked after. He means no harm, but when he gets an idea he runs with it, even if it means running people into the ground. I would have to talk with Iruka-sensei and the Hokage about getting him into class.

Secondly was Isamu. I had not heard from my cousin since their mother moved away from my uncle, which was a year or so before I moved in, and all I could remember about my older cousin was that he had my uncle's temper and disposition, only was much more clever and conniving. His specialty was weaponry of every and any nature and he used to favor his naginata, which is basically a sword at the end of a long pole. My sense of duty towards my family kicked in, and I felt like I would have to confront him for leaving his younger brother on his own.

And last but not least, was the revealing of my scars. I had only done this to quell the commotion that my young cousin was causing, and did not want that to be as public as that was. Every day when I wrap myself (as I was currently doing after getting out of the shower) some of my cuts still open. I have always treated my wounds with salve to save them from infection, but I know I should not be doing anything until they heal, but I am a ninja. That is just not possible.

As I finished getting dressed, I went to my bed and pulled out an adorned chest beneath it. This and the contents of the chest was my present from my father the day before he was killed. As I was about to open it, there came a knock on my bedroom door.

"Just a minute," I called, and slid the chest back under the bed.

It was my cousin. "Sô-chan, they are going to kill each other," he said quietly. I gave him a small curious look, and Ronin led me to the kitchen, where all hell had broken loose.

Long story short, Sasuke and Gaara were clamoring over each other while attempting to make breakfast for us. All in all, they did not make a good team. Sasuke beat the eggs too much and Gaara was barely able to hold his ground about even the toast. To solve the intensifying arguments, I decided on a course of action, which ended with both boys being retained in my metal wall. Ronin started laughing at them when they finally realized that they were stuck.

"Now that I have your attention, you two get to work through whatever is bothering you, while Ro-kun and I finish preparing breakfast." At this statement, Ronin stopped laughing.

"Aww, man!" he exclaimed, and I told him that if he didn't come help, he not only wasn't going to get food, but not be able to stay in my apartment. He began to clean the mess the boys had made quite quickly after that.

I was furious. I couldn't believe that I was stuck in a wall with him. The guy who took Sôhi-chan away from me. Just looking at his blank stare and red hair gets me fired up…

"If you don't talk this out, you won't eat!" She called from the kitchen. Her and her lovely voice. Then I remembered what she wanted me to do.

"So, what's your deal?" I scornfully asked the monster with red hair.

He calmly and quietly responded with, "I am in love with Sôhi."

Can you BELIEVE that? What on earth am I supposed to say to that? He didn't give me a chance to answer. He just politely asked if I wouldn't interfere with them dating.

"Why should I? I saw her first!" Yeah, I'm mature.

"… And that makes a difference because…?"

"She's pretty!"

"You're wrong."

"How on Earth am I wrong?"

"She's beautiful, gifted, kind-hearted and fair, and the most amazing person I have ever had the opportunity to have met, and," Sabaku continued, "she doesn't judge people for past offenses and for who they are. I don't even think she knows who she is." He finished quietly.

"… What's that supposed to mean?"

It was a good thing that we were stuck in the wall, or else I would definitely have to kick his butt. Sabaku had paused for a moment, thinking.

"How well do you know your history, Uchiha?"

"I know that I have to avenge my clan. Why?"

"It is my belief and the Shukaku agrees, that she is the reincarnation of Kanayama-hime, the metal goddess. The Shukaku recognizes her spirit and the two have been much linked in the past."

I was not making this story up. Since I cannot sleep, it is better to read than to do nothing for hours on end.

Kanayama-hime was a beautiful, but powerful goddess who was always a strong supporter of freedom and liberty for all gods and spirit creatures, the Shukaku included. Over time, she and the tailed creatures became close, so when the humans decided to call upon the spirits, she was quite upset. She then embodied herself in the Kael clan, those who were experienced healers of burns and those who were metal welders. Kanayama-hime had been especially close with the Shukaku, and she had vowed to find him when he was taken from the spirit world. The goddess was mostly forgotten, except in the Kael clan, where they completely focused on honing her power and devoting their lives to her, and because of the accidental sacrifice of a child's innocence, Kanayama-hime has now been reunited with the Shukaku.

"Sôhi and I were destined for one another from before her clan had been established. She must be the reincarnation of Kanayama-hime." I looked at Uchiha, "it is the only logical explanation for why our souls are so complete together."

He stared at me as much as he could, looking dumbstruck. I sighed. "I know this is hard for you, Sasuke-san, but perhaps you were destined for someone as well? Such as a beautiful girl with pink hair that is actually willing to put up with your crap?"

I was just glad that they were actually talking. I was just about done cooking breakfast and Ronin had done a smashing job cleaning up the mess that the boys had made.

"…Kanayama-hime…"

Something inside me stirred… What? What was that? I looked at Ronin-na and he didn't seem to be bothered by anything. He did see me looking at him.

"Sô-chan, is something the matter?" he asked politely.

"No, no I don't think so-"

And that's when my world went black.

Hiya everyone! It's me, Jhyli! I hope that you like this lol I will try try try to have another up soon. I feel awful for leaving everyone hanging… anyway, until next time!