I DO NOT OWN NARUTO!

The Bird and the Worm

"Is that so?" Tsunade said as she covered her face with her hand.

Kakashi nodded, "Hai. She didn't specify what side she was on. I would think it to be best to assume she is no longer our ally."

"But Sakura-chan wouldn't-!"

"She chose the Akatsuki over us Naruto." Neji pointed out.

"Hyuuga's right Naruto. We should just give up." Sasuke said.

Naruto slammed his fist down on the table, "We searched for you for years Teme, and not once did we give up on you! You left Konoha by your own free will and we still tried to get you back! We searched for Sakura for a few months and you tell us to give up?"

Shizune stepped forward, "Naruto calm down-"

"He's right." Sai said, "Dickless has got a point. We looked for you, I didn't even know you, but I searched. Sakura is our teammate. We can at least find out where her loyalties lie."

"Sakura's not one to betray her village so easily, or even at all." Yamato stated.

"M-maybe…she's trying to pr-protect us from Akatsuki?" Hinata said.

Tsunade sighed and looked up, "Even though that could be true, I'm not going to risk it. Kakashi's right, we have to assume that she is no longer our ally."

"Baa-chan, you don't mean-"

Tsunade nodded, "If anyone encounters Haruno Sakura, they are to report immediately her exact whereabouts and bring her in for questioning."

Everyone gave a hesitant nod.

Tsunade leaned back in her chair, "Dismissed. Shizune get me some sake."

After everyone shut the door and left, Shizune stepped forward and placed a small bottle on Tsunade's desk.

"Dammit Shizune this bottle won't do-!"

"I have the files you requested."

Tsunade arched an eyebrow, "Okay Sake later. So what's the news on our intruder who stole the medical staff's files?"

"Apparently he works for the Akatsuki but was originally from the Sound village."

"Is the Akatsuki informed of that?"

"Hai. He's next in line for a place in Akatsuki if anyone should fall. He show's promising talent according to Pein, apparently he has a special jutsu. We are not sure if it is triggered by a kekkei genkai or not. It was hard to just get this much information."

Tsunade nodded, "Next time Jiraiya stops by, remind me to thank him."

"Hai."

"Does the intruder have a specific appearance or does he change it wherever he goes?"

Shizune nodded, "Hai. The key details are silver shoulder length hair and red eyes."

"Natural?"

"Apparently."

"If he's with Akatsuki…why is he working with Orochimaru?"

"An alliance?" Shizune thought.

Tsunade sighed, "It's hard to know what Pein is thinking. I don't think he would rejoin with Orochimaru unless there's a prize."

"Konoha?"

Tsunade shook her head, " Not only that, but Naruto."

Shizune paled, "Does Sakura-"

"She wouldn't know. I doubt she's even met the Akatsuki leader yet alone the intruder." Tsunade furrowed her eyebrows, "What's his name anyway?"

"Nakahara," Shizune pulled out a picture, "Nakahara Shiyuu."

"You are certain of this then, Shiyuu?" Orochimaru questioned.

The silver haired shinobi nodded his head, "Hai. She's even surpassed Lady Tsunade herself. She even knows the Genesis of Rebirth technique and is the Top Medic."

Orochimaru narrowed his golden eyes, "And you are certain she will be able to repair my arms?"

Shiyuu nodded, "She healed Uchiha Itachi's eyes when they were beyond repair. No one else would have been able to fix those eyes. Not even Lady Tsunade. Only Haruno Sakura could. Your arms would be restored in a matter of days. You could overtake Konoha after they are fully healed."

"She wouldn't give in to healing my arms so easily, Nakahara." Orochimaru hissed, "What makes you think she'll give in?"

Shiyuu gave a sadistic smirk, "After the hell I'll put her through, she'll be begging to heal your arms, Orochimaru-sama."

Orochimaru chuckled, "Excellent. And where is our dear little Sakura-chan now?"

Shiyuu let a malicious grin spread over his white teeth, "She happens to be entangled with the Akatsuki."

Orochimaru threw his head back as he laughed, "You sure are a vile creature Shiyuu."

"Arigatou Orochimaru-sama."

Orochimaru gave a sadistic smile, "If only Akatsuki knew about the traitor amongst them."

"And the beauty is, they don't."

Orochimaru turned his head towards the large wooden doors, "Kabuto!"

The silver haired medic walked in, "Hai"

"Prepare a room for Shiyuu."

Shiyuu shook his head, "That is not necessary. If I am gone for too long they will notice."

Orochimaru tilted his head, "I suppose they would. Well then, farewell."

Shiyuu turned around and walked towards the door.

"Shiyuu, when shall I expect Sakura-chan's arrival?"

Shiyuu paused in his steps.

"I do not know. Within a month would be my guess. It all depends on how well she will come to trust me."

Orochimaru chuckled, "Very well. Send me reports when you can."

"Hai."

A/N: Oooh a new villain has entered the picture! And to be honest, I think Nakahara Shiyuu is amazing for an OC. In case you haven't noticed, the title of the sequel is "The Bird and the Worm."

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It fits the whole predator vs prey idea I have going. The toughie will be the title for the sequel for the sequel xD But you know what I noticed? Both Cat and Mouse and the Bird and The Worm are SONGS. Hmmm weird coinky-dink.

Anyways I'm totally PSYCHED about this one.

Im trying to make a picture of shiyuu for you guys. Oh and his jutsu is creepy . ah, his name means "Superior of Death." Or so I was told.

ANYWAYS thank you to all of you for sticking with me. I am truly blessed to have you guys put up with me and my slow updates. I just can't even begin to show how thankful I am for you guys. I appreciate it a lot.

Thank you to all of you. Really.

Oh and of course I can't for get my wonderful editor Butterbiscuits72. Hun, you're AMAZING, you know that? I can't even begin to express how thankful I am for you. How many times do I bug the crap out of you with all of my grammar mistakes? Ah, all I can say is…Aishiteru Kandisu-chan!

Sincerely,

Takara Makoto

Michi: What about me .

Taka: ah yes, can't forget Michi now can we?

Michi: DANG STRAIGHT YOU CAN'T!

Taka: Well?

Michi: -bows- Arigatougozaimasu minna! Throw something at Taka-chan for me :P

Taka:MICHI!

Michi: -runs- Mata Ashita!