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A Wolf and His Vampire: Land of Fangs

Chapter 13

Kankuro sat alone in Kiba's old room. He looks out the window as the Suna and Konoha packs gather outside Tsume's house. It had been a week since he last saw Kiba. Flashes of sharp teeth and blood plagued his mind.

'How could my mate do this to me?'

This thought plagued him every day. The world no longer made sense. From the time of his first heat three years ago today, Kankuro knew that he was to be mated with Kiba. His Father had spent years teaching him how to be a good submissive. The contract should have caused Kiba to want to be his dominant. It should have suppressed Kiba's true feelings.

'It's because his feelings for the vampire are too strong and broke the contract.'

Kankuro let out a small growl. He refused to believe that a vampire was meant for Kiba. It's not right. They are enemies. It's not possible.

'The vampire must have used some power to cause this, to make Kiba fall for him.'

The wolf moved away from the window and walked outside to join the packs. His Father and Tsume were addressing the packs. Kankuro joined the discussion.

"Our Intel has just learned that our brothers in the Sound were attacked by the Sound Coven. As you all know, that is Orochimaru's territory. In additions with the slain wolves that we've found over the years, we believe that Orochimaru is experimenting on the wolves. The Sigma Alpha has sent for us to infiltrate his coven. Tsume and I will choose two wolves from each pack to gain information on Orochimaru's coven, dismissed."

Kankuro watch as his Father approaches him. He bows his head to the Alpha.

"Now that you've fully healed, you can tell me about Kiba's whereabouts."

"He and his pack are staying in a mansion about an hour's walk into the forest just north from here. There were no signs of vampires on Kiba's territory."

"Then his supposed mate lives in another territory. They must be working together to avoid our detection. I will have someone keep watch on his territory. For now, you will help with the infiltration of Orochimaru's territory."

"Yes, Father."

Kiba currently sat in a large field. He watches as Sasuke and Itachi face each other, ready to spare.

"I don't know how intense your training has been but by training with Sasuke and me, your strength and ability should increase."

"Every vampire has a nature affinity. There is earth, air, fire, lighting and water. Itachi and I can both create and use fire. I can also create and use lighting. Some vampires have one or two affinities. It's rare to have three or more."

"What's Naruto's affinity?"

"My progeny's affinity is air."

"I think we should show Kiba how our powers work."

Kiba watch as the two vampires crouch in front of each other. Before he could blink, the two vampires disappeared. They became quick flashes as they attacked each other. Kiba had to concentrate intently to keep track of both vampires' movements. The more he focused the more clearly the fight became. He could see who was throwing each punch. Sasuke inhaled deeply and exhaled a large ball of fire. Itachi countered by whispering a word and opening his left eye. The wolf finally notices what looked like flames appear on Sasuke's clothes. The younger vampire let out a harsh scream. They stopped. Itachi held out his hand which dissipated the black flames.

"I thought this was supposed to be a friendly spar!" Sasuke glares at his mate.

"Sorry, I just wanted to make sure that Kiba knows the full extent of our abilities."

"I understand that your and Sasuke's abilities far exceed mine."

"Kiba, I think it would be best if we taught you our fighting strategies and adapt them to your strengths."

"Alright."

They spent the entire day teaching Kiba new strategies and techniques. The werewolf was exhausted by the end. Every muscle in his body ached. Once he made it to the room that he and Naruto shared, he collapsed on to the bed. He groans as his body melt into the mattress below him. The wolf turn so he was facing the ceiling.

Kiba's attention was on the voices that filled the manor. He could hear laughter and hushed conversations throughout the thick walls. This was what he was meant for, this was his family. His attention was suddenly drawn to the sound of the door creaking open. He watches as his mate, Naruto walks in and closes the door. Every thought was focused on the beautiful vampire in front of him, mounting him, fucking him until he could no longer stand. The wolf inside growled the animal was forever part of him. The delicious thoughts of mating made him happy that he and Naruto had decided to get a bigger bed. This thought did not resonate for long as Naruto straddle his hips.

All thoughts left him when he looks into bright cerulean eyes. His eyes lead him down to Naruto's pink pouty lips that were open and ready for him to kiss. Kiba wrapped his hand around the back of the vampire's neck and pulled Naruto hard against him. Naruto's slim body easily fit into Kiba's fuller frame. They were meant for each other. Naruto bent down and covered Kiba's mouth with his own. They shared a rough hungry kiss. Kiba teased Naruto's lips open and sank his tongue into the wet heat.

Naruto groaned and tried to push closer, his tongue wrapping around Kiba's, sucking and licking. Naruto's hands slid under Kiba's shirt and up his sides. He shuttered when Naruto's cool fingers touched his nipples. Naruto grind his hips into the other boy so Kiba could feel how much he wanted him. Unable to take the heat, Naruto rips both of their shirts off. Moans fill the room as their bare skin touches. He places kisses and nibbles down to Kiba's stomach. He cups Kiba's hardened penis though his pants.

"Ahh."

Naruto loved to hear him moan. He slid his hands under the waistband and took Kiba's pants and boxers off. Kiba could feel Naruto's bright cerulean eyes looking him up and down. He felt vulnerable until he felt a warm breath inside his thigh. Naruto herd Kiba gasp when he licked in between his legs.

"Uhh…tease."

Naruto smirked then licked up Kiba's shaft. His hips bucked, sending his dick into Naruto's mouth. Kiba never felt pleasure like this. The feel of Naruto's wet cool mouth engulfing him almost sent Kiba over the edge. The contrast of hot and cold sent electric shocks through his body.

"Fuck…Naruto."

Kiba pulled him in for a hard loving kiss. Naruto moved down to Kiba's neck. The wolf sat them up. Kiba reached for the lube in the nightstand and gave it to Naruto. The vampire placed a generous amount lube on the palm of his hand and rubbed it onto Kiba's cock. Once lathered enough, the blond rubbed the remaining lube on his hand and inserted a finger. He could feel his muscles enclose around the digit. Naruto waited a moment then added another finger.

He made a scissor motion to stretch himself. Kiba placed kisses on Naruto's shoulders and neck to keep his mind off the pain. Watching Naruto prep himself had made him incredibly hard. Kiba didn't know whether to cry out in pain or pleasure. Naruto roughly kissed Kiba as he inserted a third finger. He felt empty when he took his fingers out. Naruto placed kisses along Kiba's shoulder. He gently pushed the wolf down onto the mattress then lifted himself up and slowly sat, letting Kiba's cock penetrate his taut ring of muscle. The constricting ice cold channel around his warm digit sent an exhilarating sensation through Kiba's member.

"Fuck you're so tight."

Naruto concentrated on relaxing and listening to the low seductive murmurs as Kiba filled him. The wolf had filled him completely, stretching him almost to the point of pain. Seeing the discomfort on Naruto's face, Kiba gently rocked to find Naruto's prostate. He knew he found it when Naruto gasps, his hand reaching for the thick wood headboard and splintering it. Sparks of pleasure ran up Naruto's spine as Kiba continues to rock. The blond could feel his body weaken at the immense sensation.

The vampire straightens and places his hands on either side of his mate. Lust flashed across Naruto's face. He leans down and places a quick kiss on his mate's lips and starts to lift himself. Naruto started out slow, up and down, in and out. Kiba stares up at his mate. His blond had never looked more attractive than what he did now. Naruto was gorgeous, all sleek lines and tight muscles. The stiffness of Kiba's thick cock in him made Naruto squirm and arch his back, giving Kiba a pleasant view of his body stretched out.

Naruto could barely contain his groan as Kiba's hands slid up the outside of his legs. Kiba smirks as Naruto shivers under his touches. His hand moved up Naruto's sides and down the dip in his back to cup his soft globes. A wanton moan left Naruto's lips as Kiba grabs his ass and grinds their bodies together. It was too enticing to let Naruto fuck him to completion but the Alpha knew he needed to be in control just once. The wolf pushes on his heels and starts to thrust up into his mate. Naruto whimpers and his hands grab harder onto the headboard.

"Ahh! Kiba…please."

Understanding his mate's plea Kiba moved faster than harder. He felt himself repeatedly hit Naruto's prostate. Naruto yelled in pleasure. Kiba's hands were tight on Naruto's hips. He knew finger shaped bruises would shape and quickly disappear. Holding on with one hand the other started pumping Naruto. His thrust and pumps were in time with each other. Kiba watches as Naruto writhes above him.

"Fuck, you look so sexy." Kiba whispered.

The wolf's husky voice rushes through Naruto's body in a stimulating wave of pleasure. A low whimper escaped his lips; the hunger and need to come was almost painful. Kiba can smell that the blond was close. Naruto cried out and rocked his hips taking Kiba all the way in. The vampire leans forward allowing Kiba to have complete control of their thrust. Kiba senses his mate's submissive needs, the wolf lean upwards to graze the blond's throat with his canines. His tongue flicked out sending hot shivers down the vampire's spine. The connection became too much, Naruto screams as he came all over their stomachs. Kiba sank into the blond once more, holding him tightly on the hips as he flooded Naruto with his come. He collapsed on top of Kiba. Naruto gently slid off of Kiba's member; the wolf's breathing was heavy. Naruto placed his head on Kiba's shoulder. He felt fingers run though his sun blond hair as Kiba nuzzled and kissed the top of his head. He moaned into Kiba's embrace and gently closed his eyes.

"I love you."

"I love you too Naruto."

Pain sat on his throne with his eyes closed, contemplating his next move. For his plan to work, he needed the combined blood of Kyuubi and Naruto, Zetsu's parasite clone ability, and the power of his Rinnegan to create the ultimate creature. But something was missing. He needed one more ingredient but had no idea what it was. At first he thought he needed the blood of any wolf but many failed experiments showed that he needed the blood of a certain wolf. With Orochimaru checking the history of Kyuubi he was close to finding the ingredient he needed.

His plan would come to fruition soon. One problem lingered. The werewolves were beginning to realize that he was up to something. Pain had been confronted by an old friend, Jiraiya. The elder wolf figured out is plan. He had to kill the Konoha wolf but not before he was able to send information to Konoha. He knows the Sigma Alpha would not take his death lightly. Orochimaru has had to move camps twice due to wolf raids. He needs for his plan to be complete before the wolves find out about his intentions.

Pain calmly entered Orochimaru's new hideout. The snake-like man was waiting for him. He sat in front of a large panel which contained all of his different potions and chemicals. Pain walked up to Orochimaru's throne. The vampire original watch as Orochimaru twirls a vile with red liquid. Pain gave him a stern look.

"What have you called me for?"

"It's always straight to the point Pain. I've finished the work on Naruto's blood that you've collected for the past six months."

"What have you found?"

"The reason that you have not been able to conceive through Kyuubi is because of its separation from the original host. Kyuubi can never reproduce without Naruto. I found that the only wolf that you'll be able to use is one that is a descendent of the original Alpha."

"The only way to create my hybrid is by combining the blood of Kyuubi and Naruto then fusing the blood with the wolf's blood in the clone of Zetsu?"

"Yes and once that is established, Zetsu can create more clones from the original."

"Are you close to finding the descendent of the original Alpha?"

"I only know that it is a wolf from Konoha."

"Is it plausible to think that this wolf is Naruto's mate?"

"It could be but you still need the power of the Rinnegan to make the two species adapt some of your ability." Pain grinned.

"I can do that."

The vampire teleports to his manor with a scheme on his mind. Do to the protection that Naruto asked for, Pain was able to transfer his power to the wolf, he could even control the wolf's mind and body if he wanted; a small consequence for protection. Pain tapped into his power and called Kiba to him. Pain sat in his throne room and waited to hear Konan greet the young wolf. Kiba entered the throne room with a stern face. Pain smirks, loving how the wolf hated him. Kiba stopped in front of him.

"What do you want?" Pain grinned, showing his fangs.

"I want your blood."

Pain jumped from his throne in a flash. Kiba was surprised that Pain could move so fast. The wolf phased when he felt wind rush past him. He bares his fangs and growls as the vampire bounces all around the room. Pain hisses bearing his sharp fangs. Kiba moved at the last second to avoid Pain's attack. Kiba knew that the elder was just toying with him. There was no way that Kiba would be able to defeat Pain in battle. The only way to survive was to escape the manor. Kiba morphs and runs for the large iron doors. The distance seemed so far. Kiba sped up as the doors start to close. He pushes his legs to go faster but the iron doors slam in his face.

He phase back to his human form. Kiba pulls on the handles with all his strength but they refuse to open. He could hear Pain's malicious laugh ring in his ears. Kiba turned to be met with a strong punch to his gut. He fell to the floor clutching his stomach and gasping for air. The wolf felt as though his lungs were collapsing. He struggles to get to his feet. Kiba looks up from the floor to see Pain standing before him. Before he could get his bearings, the vampire disappears. Kiba hears a movement to his left. Pain was at his side in seconds. Kiba try to move out of the way of a punch but is caught with a sweep of Pain's leg. The wolf was slammed into the ground.

His head connected with the hard unforgiving marble floor beneath him. Kiba's vision blurs. Pain was above him smirking. He watches as a fist comes towards him. The punch knocked his head to face to his right side. His consciousness was fading. A black boot came into his line of sight.

"Your blood is mine."

Pain bought his foot down on Kiba's face, knocking the wolf out. The vampire called Kyuubi. He ordered the demon to chain their new wolf to a table in the lab. Everything was going according to plan. Naruto's blood combined with Kyuubi's and Kiba's blood in the body Zetsu made and his Rinnegan ability he can make a body infused with both vampire and wolf mixed. He will form a hybrid, the ultimate fighting being. Pain watches as Kyuubi drains blood from Kiba into a small beaker. They drain the wolf to the point of almost killing him. Pain smirks as they have enough blood to carry out their plan. Everything was going perfectly.

On the other side of Kiba no Kuni, Naruto had finished his daily training with Kiba's pack. The blond took a shower to clean up the dirt and blood from fighting. When he finished he decided to look for Kiba. He hadn't seen the wolf since this morning. Memories of last night fill Naruto's thoughts. The vampire couldn't wait to see his mate. Naruto searched every room and the ground but couldn't find his mate anywhere. As time passed, the afternoon became evening, Naruto grew more worried. He couldn't sense Kiba like he normally could. Something was wrong. He gathered the family into the living room.

"I asked you all here because I can't find Kiba. I just feel like something is off, wrong."

"When was the last time Kiba was seen?" Itachi asked.

"I last saw him earlier at breakfast." Sasuke said.

"After that he went for a run to secure the perimeter. He should be back by now." Gaara added.

Naruto grew anxious. He had just gotten Kiba back. There was no way that he could lose him again. Soft red tears flow down his pale checks. Kiba would not just up and leave without telling anyone. Naruto knew it had something to do with Pain. Fear and dread consume his thoughts. A firm hand grip his shoulder. His sire offers a sorrowful look.

"We'll get him back."

"How, we don't even know where he is."

"You know where he is."

"What?"

"As Kiba's mate, you both share link, a mental bond."

"I don't understand." Naruto wipe his eyes.

"I need you to calm your mind and your emotions."

Naruto stilled his worrying. He needed to find Kiba, make sure he is safe.

"Since you and Kiba are new mates and have mostly always been together, you haven't needed to use your link. Close your eyes."

Naruto obeyed.

"Silence all thoughts and feelings. Concentrate on Kiba, his scent, the sound of his voice, the feeling of his touch."

Naruto tried but nothing felt different. Hints of frustration began to cloud his concentration.

"Naruto, you have to rid all emotions. Just concentrate on your primal instincts. Think of the first time you and Kiba shared the mating link."

"We first shared the link when I felt he was in danger in the Zetsumei Forest."

"Yes, focus on that link and what you felt at that time. It will lead you to Kiba."

Naruto focus on all the emotion he felt when he first connected to the wolf. As he concentrated he could smell the soft scent of rain, fresh cut grass and pine. It was all of the things that reminded him of Kiba. Suddenly it felt as if he were moving though the darkness in his mind. He felt a soft vibration of a hum. Kiba's presence clouds his mind. His mate was in the link with him. Naruto calls out to his lover. The vibrations deepen in response to his voice. Further into the distance the silhouette of a figure appeared. It lies still in front of him. As he neared, Naruto's heart clenched. It felt as if it were caught in Pain's tight grip.

Hurt and fear fill him. He looks over the figure but it was unresponsive to his advances. The person lay on their side with their back to Naruto. The blond knew it was his mate. He reaches and grabs Kiba's cold shoulder. His fear increased as he turns Kiba onto his back. The brunette's eyes were closed. Naruto gather him into his arms, resting Kiba's head in his lap. The wolf's body was cold to the touch and his heart barely beat.

"Kiba!"

The hum grew louder.

"Kiba, can you hear me?"

He could feel the vibration on his skin. Suddenly he realizes that the hum was Kiba, his presence, his unconscious thoughts. Naruto's tears blind his vision. Blood drops fell to Kiba's now pale cheeks. His thumb gently ghost over the wolf's purple lips.

"I'm so sorry my love." A soft vibration ghosts across his arm. "I should have never made that deal with Pain."

A harsh vibration fills the space at Pain's name. Naruto leans down and presses his lips to Kiba's forehead. Once his lips left, Kiba disappeared. The link was still intact but he could no longer feel his mate. He opens his eyes to see Sasuke standing in front of him.

"What happened?"

"Kiba was just; it was like he was just an image. His body was there but he could not talk. He, at first look like he was sleeping but his body was cold. It was cold like a dead person but he wasn't. He could only communicate through hums and vibrations."

"It sounds like he is unconscious and is speaking to you though his thoughts."

"When I mentioned Pain, the vibrations became stronger. I know Pain has him!"

Itachi stepped in.

"We need to focus on what Pain wants with Kiba and how we're going to get Kiba back."

"No one here has close ties to Pain." Sasuke said.

"The Sigma Alpha may know. Her mate was once close to Pain." Gaara added. Sasuke shook his head.

"What makes you think that they'd help us?"

"You may be enemies to our kind but that does not mean we are not willing to listen when a danger may be upon us all. Whatever Pain is up to it requires one of our own, she will have to listen."

Itachi stood.

"Gaara is right. We need to set up negotiations. How do we contact Tsunade?"

"Only an Alpha may contact her. We need to talk to Tsume or my Father."

"Then you, Naruto, and I will go to Konoha."

"What about the rest of us?" Sasuke asked.

"I don't want them to know our true numbers. We have to appeal to them not intimidate them. Gaara shall speak to the Alphas while Naruto and I are his back-up."

Sasuke humped in annoyance.

"When will you leave?"

"We'll leave as soon as possible. Shikamaru please send a letter to the Konoha to announce our arrival in four days." Itachi said.

"Four days! Itachi we have to now! I can teleport us there."

"I know you can Naruto but we have to respect their rules since we will be on their territory. Crossing the border of the forest and their town without notice will mean death for all of us. To get what we want we must follow their policies."

Later that evening a messenger bird arrives with Konoha's reply. The trio was to meet at the border in the middle of the Zetsumei Forest, the one that divided Kiba's territory from that of Konoha's. To Naruto the four day trip was agonizingly long. His heart aches for Kiba. Each day he checks their link and each day Kiba's seemingly lifeless body lies in front of him. Sorrow and self-pity consume his body. How could he lose Kiba again? How could he have trusted Pain?

It was nightfall when they arrive to the border. There they could see Tsume, the Suna Alpha and the top ranking members of both packs. Gaara greeted and introduce Hana, Shino, Kankuro and Ibiki to the two vampires. Itachi and Naruto gave curt nods while the wolves wore stern expressions. Their distrust of the vampires was obvious to all. Tsume took the lead.

"What did you call us for?" Gaara stepped forward.

"We would like to contact the Sigma Alpha. We nee-"

"No. I will not allow you to bring two vampires to our leader. We have humored you with this meeting but we will not comply with such an outlandish request!"

"You must hear us out. This is urgent."

"We do not have to do anything."

"This regards us all, vampires and werewolves."

"Then so be it. I will not-" Naruto's anger exploded.

"How can you say such things? Does your hatred run so deep that you won't help your own son?! Kiba need us, all of us. He's in danger; we have to rescue him from Pain!"

"You speak passionately for my son, you must be his mate."

"Yes, I am Naruto. I know you don't accept us but it's not your place to tell Kiba who to mate with. I'm not asking for us to be best friends. I'm asking you to help your son. Pain has him and the Sigma Alpha may be the only one who know why and how to defeat him. We only ask that you take us to her."

"Kiba was meant for me. You've ruined every-"

"Kankuro, this is not the time. If Kiba is with Pain, he is in more trouble than we thought. I don't trust you but I will take you to the Sigma Alpha."

"If you go, my pack will not take any part of it!"

"Then you may return to Suna seeing as Kankuro's deal is void."

They watch as the Suna wolves left the border. Tsume turned to her wolves and advised them to return to the pack to update Kakashi and the others. She turns back to Gaara.

"If this is a trick, I will not hesitate to rip you all apart."

She let out a soft growl and started to walk. The small group headed to the center of Konoha's will of fire, Hokage Mountain. Naruto and Itachi served the city where their lives had first begun. It was the birth place of their families, their parents, them. It was a city that neither has openly been able to walk through in centuries. The streets were littered with small businesses and food stands. People bustle in and out of shops and through small alleyways. Those that knew what they were cowered in fear. Many ducked into stores as they approach and some just stop and stare. Their eyes widen in disbelief at the sight of vampires in Konoha.

They finally reach the tall, broad mountain that contains the memories of past Hokage. Tsume stops in front of the mountain. She points to the last face. Naruto's eyes widen. It was her, the woman from his premonition. It was the Sigma Alpha.

"Lady Tsunade is the fifth Hokage of Konoha. She is the granddaughter of the First Hokage and is the first wolf to ever become the Hokage. She is a fierce woman. If you lie she will not think twice about killing you nor will the people of this village.

The three men nodded, heeding her warning. They made their way through the dimly lit corridors and stop at the set of large double doors. Tsume's knock echoes through the empty hall. A harsh voice greets them.

"Enter!"

The group quickly follows the command. A blond haired woman with extremely voluptuous figure sat behind a desk covered in mountains of never ending paperwork. She looks up. Her brown eyes quickly lock on the two vampires.

"Tsume! What is the meaning of this?!"

"My apologies Lady but their pack has information on Pain."

"I do not care what they have. They do not belong here."

"Please, Tsunade. It affects my son."

She tightly shut her eyes and let out an irritated sigh.

"Beta Gaara will explain."

"Thank you Tsume. Thank you Sigma Alpha for seeing us. We believe that Pain has taken Kiba. We have proof that my Alpha is in grave danger. His mate, Naruto has se-"

"What do you mean mate? Are you telling me that Kiba has mated with a vampire?"

"Yes but that is not the point."

"Yes it is. It's the only point that matters."

She quickly stood and strode over to a tall bookshelf. The Hokage pulls out a thick worn book with rips in the binding. A small cloud of dusk polluted the air as she dusted it off.

"This is the Tale of Wolves. It contains stories, history and some believe prophecies that are handed down from Sigma Alpha to Sigma Alpha. It is a book unseen by other wolves. There is a tale that a wolf and a vampire shall become one. Their mating will unite the two species, bitter battles will end and a new species shall be born."

Naruto froze at the last piece of information. His mind races with speculation, memories of information he had once believed to be unimportant.

"What do you mean by a third species shall be born?" Gaara asks.

"A hybrid can be made from the union of the mated wolf and vampire. Their influence will allow mixed species couples to form and they too will be able to conceive." Tsunade answered

"I know what Pain is up to."

All heads turn to Naruto. Itachi urged him to explain.

"When I was a new born I was restless, murderous and ruthless. I killed anything with a pulse, even if I wasn't thirsty. I had defected from the Uchiha coven because at the time they were vegetarians, they only drank animal blood. I didn't want that life style so I left. Pain found me after I had been on my own for a few months. He said that he had been watching me, that I reminded him of him when he was younger. He took me under his wing. Our relationship was a close one."

Memories of him and Pain in bed flash through his mind.

"We were out hunting when one night we came across my parents. Pain instantly recognized my Mother. Her red hair was a sign of the Uzumaki clan, and the holder of the Kyuubi. He knew of the legends, he knew that I possessed the monster. My parents tried to attack him and I don't know what happened. Anger and rage consumed me; it felt like I had no control. When I woke, my hands were covered in blood and their bodies lay at my feet.

Pain said that I had unleashed the Kyuubi, a demon, a monster. He told me of Kyuubi's unlimited power, his ability to bare young. He told me he wanted an army of offspring. His genes and ability would pass on and no one would be able to stop him.

At the time, Madara was in power. He knew that if Madara found out, he would want Kyuubi for himself. So he decided to separate the demon from me. He put Kyuubi's spirit into a clone body of me and bought him to life. If Pain knows of this legend then he could make an army of hybrids."

The room was silent. Itachi had asked his Father about Kyuubi. He said that much was not known about the beast just that it was power unknown, unseen and unmatchable. Kyuubi is the ultimate power but maybe not anymore.

"Naruto, you told Sasuke that when you last saw Pain, Kyuubi had mentioned that his power had diminished." Itachi said.

"When we were separated, Kyuubi's power had split among us. He was weakened by it."

"When you made the deal, he asked for your blood." Naruto gasps.

"He realized that he wouldn't be able to conceive with me when I lived with him. I learned that Kyuubi can only conceive with its true mate, he must have found out. He asked for my blood because he knows that he needs it. He's going to combine my blood with Kyuubi's, and Kiba's to make a hybrid. If successful, Zetsu will be able to make clones from the original. He'll be unstoppable."

"How do you know about Kyuubi's ability to conceive?"

"Before I defected, I read it in Madara's library, the one that burned down. I never told anyone about what I had read until now."

"How will Pain be able to create a hybrid?" Gaara asked.

"His Rinnegan power will allow him to combine the DNA within the clone and bring it to life."

Tsume spoke up.

"Lady Tsunade what are we going to do?"

"We must stop Pain."

"But we don't know his location and Orochimaru is also in the wind."

Itachi's ears perked up at the mention of the name.

"You're looking for the vampire scientist Orochimaru?"

"Yes he's been capturing wolves and experimenting on them."

"He's most likely working with Pain. He probably figured out that Pain needed Kiba in order to conceive through Kyuubi."

"We need to stop them."

"We need to fight together. Our chances of winning will be greater." Itachi said.

"What makes you think wolves would willingly fight alongside vampires?" Tsume asked.

"If Tsunade gives the Alpha command, then you'll have no choice. We need as many wolves and vampires we can get in order to defeat Pain. Everyone must work together otherwise this land will lie to waste littered with blood and bodies. The innocent you work so hard to protect will die or be enslaved."

"Itachi did you have a vision?"

"Yes Naruto. I had a vision the day after Kiba went missing." He turns back to Tsunade. "I cannot promise that other vampires will join us but I can promise that our family will fight alongside us. We never leave one of our own behind."

Tsume scoffed.

"You consider Kiba family?"

"Yes, the minute he and Naruto realized that they were mates, he became family as well as Gaara and the other wolves."

"You're the ones that put him in danger!"

"Tsume! That is enough!" Tsunade barked.

"But-." Tsunade held her hand up.

"Itachi is right. We must work together if we are to defeat Pain. We will send urgent messages to our allies."

"I will notify the rest of the family. We can meet on our land in the Zetsumei Forest; it is out of Pain's sight range. We will be able to strategize there."

"Do you know how much time we have?" Tsunade asks. Itachi looks to Naruto.

"It takes a month for Zetsu to make a clone. Kiba was taken five days ago."

"I'll ask the Alphas to meet me in three days. Those that will fight will meet on your land in three days with their fighters. In six days' time we will meet to discuss strategy."

"That will give us nineteen days to plan and execute our attack. Let's get moving."

Tsunade nodded then left the room to send an urgent message to any Alpha that would listen. Tsume walked them to the gates of Konoha. Itachi and Gaara quickly took off running. Naruto look to Tsume.

"Thank you for listening."

"It took a lot for you to come to us. Your actions speak volumes. You truly care for my son. I'm sorry for interfering in your relationship. You've earned my respect and approval."

Naruto smiles brightly and waves as he takes off to follow Itachi and Gaara.

TBC...

I hope you all enjoyed this chapter. I think it was my favorite to write :) Feel free to review, I'll greatly appreciate it!