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Acceptance

This is a cut out of one of the fics I'm currently working on. It's turning out to be larger than my typical works, so I'm certainly taking my time with it.

Attano leans over to his daughter and kisses her on the forehead. She grimaces, although she does it very pretentiously. Corvo exhales, perfectly reading his daughter's facial expressions. Turning to Daud, the Lord Protector nods towards a door leading to a side corridor. Omega follows his partner as Emily gets up from the throne and walks away with quick steps rumbling through the room. She tries to stand straight, but Daud sees her legs beginning to give way, and the girl gets a little confused in her directions.

— She definitely needs some help. — Sometimes it seems to me that Emily hasn't changed at all in the last fifteen years, — Corvo says, combining a bit of laughter and disappointment in his tone. — She is already a twenty-five-year-old, adult woman. But it's like she's doing it on purpose.

— Maybe to get your attention. She loves spending time with you.

— She's not always interested in these political squabbles. Although, to be honest, they are not close to me either. Some ministers are really incompetent in their decisions. And in order to remove them from office, sometimes you have to let them make mistakes. Of course, they are always under control. But for the well-being of others, even we have to cheat.

— I'm not surprised. High society is filled with such filth.

Corvo continues walking all the way to the end of the corridor, where a solid oak door awaits them. It leads to the usual network of stairs, doors made of the same material, large, ornate chandeliers. Daud likes the atmosphere of this place in the evening. Candles softly illuminate the room without overloading the eyes. The closed curtains with the imperial symbol, slowly swaying from the periodic draft from the open windows, let in enough moonlight so as not to leave the entire lighting function on the chandeliers and candles. The carpet underfoot rustles pleasantly, giving off every step of the shoes. Corvo stops in front of a particularly impressive set of doors. Daud, hoping not to break his neck, raises his head. A carved figure of a gilded dragon looks at him from the top of the doorway. Instead of pupils, two massive rubies stare back at the assassin.

— An import from Karnaka?

— It's not hard to guess when you're a local, huh?

Daud snorts. This information is elementary for every resident of the south. Corvo opens the door by turning the key in the lock. The first thing that greets them is the smell of cleaning soap. They are definitely cleaning up here — the servants are not in the habit of ignoring even unused rooms — but this is not the fact that interests Daud.

— It's so...Empty.

— What do you mean?

— There is a lot of furniture, amenities, excellent living conditions. But there is no sense of presence here, — Corvo listens while Daud delves into the structure of the room. — There are no items of minor value here. The fireplace is not used at all, although a heating system and a fire are common in your castle for additional comfort. And the bed looks like it's being made once a week. When they change her sheets.

Attano nods until Daud finishes speaking.

— You're right,— Corvo corrects the wolfhound figurine on the shelf. — This room was originally intended for the spymaster. It was built at the beginning of the reign of Jessamine's father, Euhorn. It was intended for his own keeper of secrets, Sir Alder. But the head of his secret office preferred to be in his residence, and conducted investigations from his office on the third floor. Some of his personal belongings remained here, but after his resignation they left with him. Alder resigned immediately after Euhorn's death. Being a man of the old vision, he did not tolerate submission to women. Of course, female rulers have been seen on the throne before. But that didn't stop Alder from considering Jess an incompetent replacement for her father. Having a good memory, but not being vindictive, Jessamine pretended to let him off this with this trick of his. Then she hired Burrows, who served her for more than a decade.

— And a few years after the start of the investigation in order to eradicate the traitors, a plan about the rat plague matured in his head. And everything went south. — Daud bites his lip. He is well aware of his role in this mess.

— Burrows never had an overly pronounced intellect, — Corvo uses ordinary secular language out of habit, although Daud realizes that he is simply calling the Lord Regent an idiot. — His development, first of all, was hampered by cleanliness and sense of self worth. His unwillingness to connect himself with the people, to lower his self-esteem regardless of his station. Nevertheless, he refused to listen to warnings, advice, and historical facts. The Lord Protector closes his eyes for a while, as if going through his memories. Daud comes closer. Corvo puts his hand on his waist, massaging a piece of skin protruding from under his vest. Omega trembles slightly, but tries not to show it.

— You know, I still remember the look on his face, — alpha exhales. — When I was sitting over his bed, watching him. While he was wandering around the office like a caged animal. He knew he had nowhere to run. There was no place to hide. Even if he puts a hundred guards outside, I'll find a way to get to him. He was surprised at my ability to accurately, bloodlessly and irrevocably get rid of his supporters in the state. There was definitely no support for him among the people. Even if there were any, they probably didn't have much social prospects. He was constantly mumbling, looking over his shoulder in fear. I was clutching his record card. Caressed it with my fingers. I was wondering if it was worth getting rid of him in the traditional way. Or, for the first and last time, stain the blade with blood in the name of revolution.

— You decided not to do it. — Burrows buried himself six feet underground the moment he crossed my path, Daud, — Corvo turns to him, and the assassin swallows, believing every word.

— Crows don't just pick up after others. They sabotage, they lie. They lead animals to certain death.

Attano comes closer, towering over Daud. For some reason, omega doesn't have a shred of fear. Only adoration in the eyes.

— They also make friends with wolves. — With a crow like you, I won't become a wolf, but a chain dog... — Even better. I will definitely need the help of a bloodhound in my investigations.

It's going to be posted both in Russian and English languages.

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Happy pride month!

Thanks to @caramelkask and @krystlandotherstuff My fave lesbians rule Thanks for being my buddies babes. Love ya)))

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would you like to name my lagarto

hes green

Since when am I the master of names fkdkfkfk He looks like a Sebastian

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Donny's done!!!

he was supposed to be resting on rocks but rocks are hard to make when you have no experience in clay

It's really good for a first attempt imo. He's very cute fldfldlfl Sitting there comfortably

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Blaster look

octopus!

hes not ready yet, but he needs a name and i'd like you to be the one that names him

Tbh it be giving some friendly vibes, so, I'd probably call him Donny or Don. Kinda like Poseidon, ya know, the god of the seas fkdkfkf

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This bitch makes me go from Asexual to Doubtsexual, so here is my take about how, imo, Melinoe and Zagreus can properly meet each other.

Hades sits upon his throne, finally feeling a bit of relief. His heart beating slowly, tension disappearing into the air. There is still a lot to be done, a lot of things to be put in place.

Some of the gods are still trapped, unable to break free of the chains which Chronos and his minions casted upon the realm. But, even so. With much arrogance, the Titan stated that his chains are not to be broken by any godly creature. Yet, Melinoe found a way. Her stubbornness, combined with wit, sharp mind and compassion promised to bring a beam of light into this dark world in it's worst times.

House of Hades stands strong still, among the demon spawn who try to brake in, desperate to free their master. In the dark depths of the Underworld itself, somewhere where only Chaos may reach, stands a prison, which now serves as a permanent place of rest for the Titan of Time himself. Chronos screams into the void, but only turning it to the music of victory for one young goddess.

She stares into the darkness. Not scared, joyous or sad. Tired, but satisfied. Her purpose, her life-long dream of vengeance. Finally coming true before her own eyes, by her own hand. A feeling, sweeter than anything nectar could provide, lingers on the tongue. It's not how Melinoe imagined it, but she can't complain. If the fates so decided, it's not her place to argue about the taste of her triumph.

The goddess stretches herself, rubbing her hand and turning around. Coming out of the pits of the Underworld, feeling a hard floor under her burning feet, Mel lets herself adjust again, before making a few steps forward.

Hades, already deep in his work, notices his daughter. He feels her more than sees her. Turning his head, the God of the Dead looks at her with a hint of soft expression.

— Are you feeling well, Melinoe?

— I'm quite well, father. Just...Tired, i suppose. There is still a lot of blood of the Surface running through those veins. I need to adjust, heal. But all will be fine, I know it. Nothing shall stop me from completing my quest.

— Don't rush, daughter, — Hades sighs, his face shifting into slight concern. — You shouldn't go at it alone. Now, that you have support of the House, of Hekate and your associates, you shall lean more into their help. I think they'll be happy to oblige.

— I think I shall choose my own path in regards to finishing off Chronos' forces. But, thank you for the concern, father. I really should let myself breathe out for a bit.

Hades puts his hands against the table. Melinoe adjusts her hair, going further into the House. Something always rings, sounds and bangs in here. Souls moving along, some of the workers getting head first into their work. Melinoe goes out of the way, going towards the river Stix.

A pair of green and red eyes look at her from the reflection. Mel leans into the railing, as if trying to ask something of the red water. She listens. And it answers.

Hearing a faint whisper, guiding her up the stream, Melinoe hesitates. Another one of Chronos' tricks? Doesn't seem like it. The titan shouldn't have such an influence on the realm to affect the waters of the Stix to such an extent. Thinking for just a bit, Mel braces herself, closes her eyes and lets her body fall into the water.

Hearing distant gasps, the princess looks around. If feels...Like home. The water doesn't reject. It embraces, with all the arms of the dead swimming through. Melinoe holds her breath, trying to hear the whisper again.

It catches up to her. Louring her away. Feeling like she has to catch a breath, the goddess sees something familiar. A figure frozen in time. It holds up a sword, as if it's trying to fight an unseen foe. Opening her eyes wider, Mel reaches out. Further and further in, the water becomes thicker. It almost stops, barely holding on. Melinoe makes a final effort to grab the silhouette, her fingers holding onto their clothes.

Suddenly feeling herself being pulled up, Melinoe swings the frozen body into her arms.

Stix spits them out in a flash, with goddess gasping for air and coughing out the red liquid. Catching her breath, Mel sits up, trying to fill her lungs with the much needed cold air of the Underworld. Turning around, taking in another breath, she opens her eyes even wider, flapping her wet eyelashes.

Zagreus, laying on his back, stares into the seeling, as if he's trying to understand if it's another part of his endless dream. Melinoe goes closer, leaning over the god of blood. Zag rubs his eyes open, seeing a mirrored pair of red and green. Mel gifts him with a very soft smile, knowing exactly who she's staring at.

— Who is this water-drenched goddess, if I may ask?

— Your little sister, I suppose.

— You seem a little too big to be a little sister.

Melinoe laughs. She smiles just like their mother does. Zag pauses for a second, seeing Mel's beautiful, relaxed face surrounded by lights, created by fire lamps.

— Silly.

Mel leans closer, leaving a gentle kiss on her older brother's forehead.

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Since @geastherat liked this fat ass, I thought I might as well introduce you to him. Meet Bucephalus. He doesn't fit his name at all, since he has a temper and a motto of a flower, standing and not giving a f*ck.

He doesn't have a particular breed, but he's a mix of 4 differen ones. Won several different jumping completions together. Surprisingly, a very durable creature, unlike some of his kind lol. The worst thing he had was an infected cut on his leg that healed with some help and monitoring.

He's a type of horse who sees a car running by or even a combine harvester, yet he doesn't bet an eye when everyone scatters. I suppose he doesn't have a group instinct of a normal horse)

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"Being sneaky is NOT your thing"

For my beloved little gremlin, @krystlandotherstuff

Leon hears villagers pass by. He hides behind the wall, hoping that non of them hear him or randomly decide to go into this small alley, which had no other way out. Kennedy takes a deep breath when they pass by, but almost lets out an ear piercing scream when he bumps into someone. His is mouth instantly covered with a massive palm. Leon looks up, seeing a familiar face under a hood. The agent taps on Merchant's arm, letting him know that he's not going to blow their cover. — You scared me there, idiot... — Should I apologise? You seemed startled. — Honestly, judging by your complete lack of understanding in terms of human emotions I'll except your suggestion as an apology itself... Leon sighs and turns around, finding a spot to sit. He takes out a can of fish he finds earlier, opens it and starts to slowly eat. When he finally raises his head, Merchant is close, leaning over. Leon flinches, but keeps quiet.

— When will you start walking like a normal human being, and not showing from seemingly nowhere?

— Sorry.

— Stop with the apologies, if they are not genuine.

Merchant huffs, not thinking about leaning back. Leon feels that they are too close, but he is not repulsed by it. Something in those glowing eyes makes him look straight into them. Merchant, being unusually interested by something that doesn't involve trade, lets him.

— What are we doing, exactly? — Voice sounds curious, calm, naturally deep and raspy.

Leon clears his throat. Merchant causes something to stur up inside him.

— I don't know...

Kennedy tries to brake their eye contact, but Merchant pulls him back by the chin. They stay close for about a minute. Leon gives to the urge, pulling himself up a bit and kissing the exposed forehead. Merchant seems startled, then calm again, with something appearing in his eyes.

— You are...One of my most interesting clients, mister Kennedy.

Swiftly pulling his mask down, the Merchant leaves a quick kiss on those lips. Leon sees a part of his face, something he's definitely not ready for. He breathes out especially loudly, when someone turns to the sound and appears in the alley. Merchant, grabbing him by the hand, pulls him up, hides Leon in his coat and looks at a woman, who quickly leaves under his annoyed gase.

— Being sneaky is definitley not your thing, Leon.

— With you, — Leon grabs him by the chin and pulls him down, seeing a smile under the mask. — Certainly.

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Reincarnation!AU.

Got inspired by one of the arts of @tamelee yet again.

It's modern era. Around 2010.

Sasuke — a student, studying photography. He's quite a shy, yet witted and promising young man. At least, that's what people tell him. He's not sure about himself. About his choice of life.

He feels out of place. Like he doesn't belong in this time, universe, whatever he can call it. Sasuke doesn't have anything to worry about, since his parents are well off, his brother and sister are working abroad to bring in even more money and reputation for the Uchiha.

Sasuke feels like he's too ungrateful. A lot of people only dream about this lifestyle, being able to not only have a food on the table, but also recieve a proper education.

Sasuke takes a habit of wondering into museums, art galleries and such. He feels more at piece, more connected to the people of the ancient times.

Reaching a section of the ancient countries, he sees an exibit of something which makes his fingers twitch with something he never felt before.

Leaders of their own lands. Great people, who were able to change the track of the world. One of them catches Uchiha's eye. A tall, obviously handsome face, with good stature, wide shoulders and eyes looking straight ahead with confidence. Sasuke can't help himself. He touches the hand, in which a bandage is carved. He looks at the striped markings, something flashing before his eyes. For some reason, tears appear on his face. He feels a resemblance, a sense of longing.

He doesn't even know his name. Yet, he misses him. Like they were closer than he could remember.

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Days pass on. It's time for warm summer days, sense of freedom from finished exams. Sasuke finally leaves for his home town. Feeling a bit better, he smiles, looking up at his own reflection in the glass. He remembers that statue, which he visited countless times in months before spring ends.

He reaches home, getting accustomed to this calm and slow life. Reading his favourite book on the balcony, eating tomatoes, feeling wind passing through his hair, having no care in the word. It's not going to be as carefree anymore. But it's something.

Sasuke remembers his childhood still, when he comes out, putting his weight against the railing.

He notices something in the distance, coming out for fresh air in the morning. Being only a bit curious, he comes closer. He flashes his camera a few times, noticing a gathering of artists in the distance. One of them notices Sasuke, smiling, speaking with him in a bit of a deep, soothing voice.

Sasuke gulps, not believing the resemblance.

The blonde man puts down his brush, turns away from his painting, licks his lips and comes closer. He puts his hand on the camera, making sure Sasuke puts it down before intertwining their fingers.

Naruto gets a bit lower, smiles and whispers:

— Long time no see, Sasuke~

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AU facts:

* Sasuke has a sister named Izumi. She's the middle child, more independent, not a genius like her brothers, but she compensates with her passion. She's a bit spicy if you push her, but Izu is mostly gentle, like their mother. She loves Sasuke a bit more than Itachi, but they honestly prefer their little brother to each other. Sasuke only pretends to not like it.

* Naruto is an artist, who has a passion for animals and creation. His paintings are mostly about animals and nature, he spends a lot of time outside, in parks and forests. Sasuke's photos are more about the modern aspects of the world. Buildings, people, busy streets. His aesthetic is a bit unusual, but he can capture something lively in those stone jungles.

* Naruto has some recollection of his previous life, although he can't remember all of it. He remembers Sasuke, their connection, and their deaths.

* They both died a natural death, although Sasuke died a few years earlier. Naruto often visited his grave, promising that they'll meet after this life.

* Naruto is five years older than Sasuke. He's also the taller one this time. Sasuke remembers teasing him about it in their past lifes. Now, Uzumaki teases him in retaliation.

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Couldn't just go past that and NOT write something about it.

Sasuke feels the air flowing through his clothes. He's falling, of course. Beneath him — the ocean, raging in it's wildest form. Above — endless sky, which shines some light onto his body, his eyes reflecting some of it back. Sasuke turns around and faces the water, which starts to get dangerously close. Smiling in the face of imminent death, he knows he'll evade her embrace once again. His trust in Naruto is too great. He KNOWS, he MUST catch him.

And he does. As he should. He holds Sasuke close. With too much care and gentleness.

— I'm not a porcelaine doll.

— Should I let you go? — Naruto asks as he smirks. He knows his guess is wrong. He just likes to play an idiot.

— Ussuratonkachi. — Sasuke puts his hand around Uzumaki's neck.

Sure, he can snap it. Break it, bend it, bite it. Anything he pleases. And Naruto will let him. But he only reaches out, touching a scarred cheek with his soft lips. Naruto closes his eyes for a moment, feeling Sasuke's long eyelashes flattering on the skin.

— I'm not fragile, — he whispers. — You can pull me closer.

Naruto holds Sasuke firmly, yet gently. He smiles and shows his bright, sharp teeth. Uchiha touches one of them, making eye contact. Sasuke touches Uzumaki's lips with a tip of his finger, runs his fingers along blond's neck. Naruto blinks slowly. Sasuke makes sure to cherish a sight of Naruto's sage mode yellow eyes playing with the light of a lowering sun, complemented by the orange around it.

His trust in Naruto is like a drug. It's something else entirely sometimes. Love? Perhaps. Sasuke's won't say it out loud. But he can't stop wanting more of it.

hold me like I'm the love interest to your story ♡

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NaruSasu fanfiction, i guess.

@tamelee actually asked if i have ao3.

I remembered that i haven't posted there yet. And then i remembered that i wrote a whole ass NaruSasu work and never posted it!

Honestly, felt kinda disrespectful towards that work lol. So, i decided to finally do it.

You may welcome my first ever published english work on ao3, with two of my favourite jelly beans.

Only you in his mind (2969 words) by RosamundDragon

Chapters: 1/1

Fandom: Naruto (Anime & Manga)

Rating: Teen And Up Audiences

Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Relationships: Uchiha Sasuke/Uzumaki Naruto

Characters: Uzumaki Naruto, Haruno Sakura, Tsunade (Naruto), Uchiha Sasuke, Kyuubi | Nine-tails | Kurama

Summary:

Sasuke can't find it within him to accept something he feels towards Naruto. It seems like Uzumaki has to take it in his own hands

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Naruto Uchiha AU, Part 2

I've thought about the Shippuden part. It's honestly a bit harder, considering a significant change of events.

Sasuke doesn't leave the village, which is obvious enough. He starts his training under Itachi and Kakashi. Naruto, on the other hand, meets Jiraya. The pervy sage was held back until this point to let Naruto develop and get his own sense of self. He is one of the people who looks over the young jinchuuriki. Their relationship still get close, since Naruto is already aware of his involvement with his parents. He doesn't know that Jiraya is his god father, but still feels that connection to his parents a bit more. They get to know each other in private, while Sasuke is away with his older brother. Mikoto still cares for her sons, yet, they already become more self aware and a bit more mature. Naruto almost always stays with his new found teacher until sunset, while Itachi helps Sasuke get home after a tough day of training.

Sasuke still shares those evenings with Naru, sitting on the pier and throwing rocks in the water, sharing their thoughts and events of the day.

Naruto decides to leave the village with Jiraya a year into their training. He realises the potential that it can bring. Sasuke doesn't show it, but he's quite sad to see his friend leave. They come a bit further apart, but that doesn't mean that Naruto forgets Sasuke. Even on his sage training he writes letters. Sasuke's mailing bird, an eagle which he calls Miko, delivers countless letters over the time. Young Uchiha spends quite a bit of time responding to those letters. He doesn't have the gut to write that he misses Naruto.

Even if they communicate, it feels like a whole new experience for them when they reunite. Naruto comes home on a rainy evening, knocking at the wall and saying his usual "I'm home!". Mikoto greets her adoptive child with a dinner, which Naruto, obviously, eats like he haven't seen food in a decade. Sasuke feels a bit awkward. They definitley become more friends that anything. But that doesn't mean their love for each other is gone. It just matures with those two.

Naruto likes to show off to Sasuke. Sasuke does the same with Naruto, although he does it quite a bit more subtly.

They talk deep into the night. Sometimes Mikoto shuts them up with a high whisper. Even if it's Naruto who mainly talks.

Sasuke sleeps better with Naruto in the room. Sometimes he drifts away mid conversation. Uzumaki wants to draw on his face, but knows he's going to get his ass handed to him in the morning.

He doesn't have any problems with nightmares when Naru comes home. He just thinks too much. A trouble of being a genius.

They like to lay in the same room in the summer, staring at the seeling and talking about the most random shit ever. If they don't do this, they fight until they fall from heat stroke or not being able to stand.

Mikoto just raises her eyebrows and tries to make them hold back a bit.

Part 3 coming up soon, i think.

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Naruto!Akatsuki AU. Part 1

I've seen a lot of art on Pinterest and got inspired by it for another AU Timeline.

What is Akatsuki were successful in kidnapping Naruto? Specifically, Obito.

Naruto is born on October 10th. This day is stressful for everyone involved. Nurses, chosen jonin. The gates are sealed, Kushina goes into labor. It's difficult, yet she endures it, knowing she is about to meet her child.

The happiness is cut short by a cloaked figure. Obito, who Minato recognizes only as an Uchiha, holds their son hostage. When Minato pursues the kidnapper into the woods, Obito makes sure to break the seal around the cave. Ninetails, who feels the seal going weaker, finally breaks himself free. Obito takes the beast under control, chasing Minato away.

He tries to find the kidnapper, but the only thing he can do is stop the tailed beast from destroying Konoha. Kushina is in no state to fight, yet she tries to. Minato hides her sway, catching the tailed beast bomb like he did in canon. Kushina, restoring some of her strength, pulls the beast away from the village. Obito standing in the forest, doesn't see any alternative to catching the beast other than catching it under his control and sealing it into the infant.

Making himself a lot weaker, but successfully performing the endeavor with sharingan, he disappears into the forest, leaving Minato and Kushina devastated, and Konoha ruined from the attack.

Obito raises the child in secrecy. Carefully collecting other members of the newly formed Akatsuki with Pain, he slowly gets himself a reputation of an insignificant childish parent figure for Naruto. He behaves quite kindly towards the child. Yet, it doesn't help that he is surrounded by people who are definitely not the best influence on the child.

Naruto grows up to be quite a bit more sadistic in narute. He doesn't torture humans on his own accord, but doesn't hesitate to strike back. He slowly makes use of his powers, while also making use of his Uzumaki heritage and keeping the tailed beast at bay. Kurama and Naruto are not on good terms, but this time, the junchiriki is the one to torment his inner beast. Naruto likes his control over something so powerful.

Obito encourages his behavior, making sure that Naruto is confident in his abilities. Many Akatsuki members treat him with caution at first, but Naruto soon proves his wit, intellect and power. Some of the members, even Orochimaru, at some point experience Naruto's rage on them. Obito only rewards him for such feats.

Growing up to be powerful, arrogant and smart, Naruto becomes a valuable member of the Akatsuki. Making use of his own chakra control and powers of the biju, he becomes a sought after criminal named Red Demon.

Sasuke, who grows up to be a member of Konoha police force, is sent on a mission to search for this fugitive. Villages, getting concerned, sent combined powers of their jonin to try and stop the advance of this criminal.

Ninja meet a large group of Akatsuki in a field near the Land Of Fire. Sasuke looks up at one of the buildings, seeing a face, too familiar to him.

Fugaku and Minato are working closely with each other, ensuring the safety of their people. Sasuke, inevitably knowing Minato quite well, sees terrifying similarites in this face.

—What is your real name, Demon? — Sasuke yells, looking up at the fugitive with sharingan.

He laughs, looking down with a toothy smile, showing his large eyes and fangs.

— Naruto. Naruto Uzumaki. I hope you'll remember that when I'll her a chance to kill you, Uchiha!

They fight like no one else on the field. Sasuke ends up with quite a bit of burns on his body. Naruto has a large cut over his eyebrow and forehead.

Sasuke reports back straight to hokage, his voice trembling as he stands before his father and his chief. Minato, listening to Sasuke describing the criminal and saying his name, freezes, and looks extremely disturbed by the end of the report. Sasuke mentions Naruto looking similar to Minato. Hogake asks for confirmation of this, and, when Sasuke reassures that he saw it with his own eyes, Minato puts his face in his hands, silently bumbling to himself.

Sasuke becomes a primary figure in the investigation about the Red Demon. Minato wants to hear every word from every mission and detail he gets.

Sasuke meets Naruto again, near the Kumogakure. They try to kidnapp Killer Bi, but it fails miserably. Naruto only watches as his comrades try to stop joined forces os villages. Naruto straight up laughs and refuses to help.

Until Sasuke shows up. He sees the Uchiha and smiles, moving towards him with unbelievable speed. They clash. Sasuke sees a lot through his eyes, including the sealed Ninetails.

Barley being able to escape, Sasuke immediately reports back to Minato with this information. Confirming all his suspicions, Minato makes a new order for catchu the Red Demon alive and brining him back to Konoha for significant ransom.

Many try, all fail. When Sasuke finally decides to go for the capture by himself, Mikoto is worried sick. She tries to stop her son, but only encourages him to go and be done with is as soon as possible.

They meet in the Valley Of The End. Their fight is much like their first one in the anime, with 15-year old Sasuke emerging victorious. He falls from injuries and exhaustion, but succeeds in his task. Him and Naruto are transported back to Konoha.

Naruto is unwilling to bend under any circumstances. Minato visits him, unbeknownst to Kushina, who still thinks her son missing. Naruto says nothing to his father, only bowing his head down each time he enters.

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Naruto AU

Dedicated to @tamelee and other artists who inspired me with a question. What if Mikoto ended up adopting Naruto?

She thought about it at some point, but she wasn't able to. Which is. imo, one of the worst mistakes Konoha made. Mikoto looks at the baby, lying in the cradle. It cries out. She stretches her arm out, touching his cheek. Naruto opens his eyes, smiles and yawns. Mikoto remembers Kushina's eyes, that were a few shades darker than his. She tries to hold in her tears, looking at Hiruzen. He nods.

— I think you and Sasuke would be a wonderful worse to quide this little fella.

— Sasuke?

— They are very close in age. Itachi will also be delighted to have another little brother. He's a gifted child. Perhaps, all three of them will become strong assets to out cause.

Hokage pats infant's head, leaving Mikoto with her newly adopted son. Hiruzen tells her about his plan to conseal the child's relation to Minato. Mikoto follows along, giving him the surname Uzumaki and honoring her late friend.

Fugaku, knowing about this, is a little standoffish about the child at first. But, seeing his potential from a young age, he starts to pay a lot more attention to Naruto and Sasuke. Itachi is joyful from the start. The first word out of Naruto's mouth is his name, which is the funnies thing Mikoto remembers.

They both call Itachi "Nii-chan". Naruto tries to use a more respectful form, Nii- san. But Itachi doesn't see any difference between his two brothers, so Naruto, soon enough, feels comfortable to call Itachi how Sasuke does.

Their rivalry is still there. But it's not as present. It's more of a sibling rivalry. Sasuke, being a little bean he is, competes with Naruto for Itachi's affection more, than for accomplishments. Itachi is torn between those two, but he's successful enough in making Naruto and Sasuke feel like equals in receiving his love.

Naruto isn't sufficient in fire style jutsu. But Mikoto ends up talking Kakashi into helping the child develop his abilities. While Sasuke trains with Itachi, Naruto is trained by Kakashi. In time, he also notices Sasuke's talent, and they eventually become partners in crime and training.

Naruto likes blowing wind inso Sasuke's back. He burns Naruto's eyebrows off at some point as revenge.

Naruto is clingy. He likes hugging Sasuke. Sasuke hugs him back, even though, with time, he becomes a bit more embarrassed by it.

Itachi is more affectionate with Naruto when they become older, but Sasuke doesn't require as much attention. He still likes Itachi's affection though. Naruto reassures him that he isn't stealing their older brother. Sasuke calls Naruto dobe and says he knows it. It's actually a comforting reassurance.

Naruto likes cooking. Mikoto encourages it. Even if Fugaku is hesitant about the idea, Mikoto quickly shuts that down with her glance.

Sasuke periodically helps with it. He likes how Naruto makes his mom smile. He smiles too, sometimes. Naruto tells Sasuke that he looks a lot like Mikoto and calls him pretty. Sasuke is flustered each time. He starts calling Naruto Ussuratonkachi at this point.

When they become old enough for the Academy, they are sent to be guided by Kakashi to become a part of team 7. They only require one more member, which is Sakura. Like most girls, she likes to sneak on him. Sakura proposes her likeness of Sasuke, even though he acts cold towards a lot of them. Naruto is the only one to get a reaction out of his adoptive brother. Their insults become more prominent, although they still are in good relationship.

Uchiha genocide doesn't happen. Uchihas are given a lot more equality for Mikoto's selfless act of adopting a "monster" child. Because of her persistence, jonin start to like Naruto a lot more. He plays with their children when they're younger.

Other parents feel a lot more relaxed about Uchiha's and the Ninetails. Sharingan is a reassurance for the case of the demon fox steering up another havok. Although Naruto is mostly happy and calm, which reduces the chance of this happening.

Naruto isn't told about his status as a jinchuuriki until he's old enough. Once he knows about it, he promises Mikoto to keep himself and his brothers in check, to make sure he doesn't hurt anyone. Especially Sasuke.

That's all for now. I'll make a part two once i'll think about the storyline i like the most. Hope you enjoyed!

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Something in response to this. Thanks for doing this request, Carmey!

— How do they usually do this to dogs? — Daud looks at his own finger, shifting his eyes towards Corvo.

Attano looks at his gloves, slightly tilting his head and twitching his right ear. Daud stretches his arm out and puts it on Corvo's nose. Wolf looks at him with pure confusion.

— Boop.

Daud touches the nose and shifts his hand down slowly. While it's still in the air, Corvo suddenly moves towards it. Daud's tail puffs up, while he sees a row of razor sharp teeth sticking out of Attano's mouth. Daud closes his eyes and braces for a bite, but Corvo only catches his finger with his teeth, barely holding it. He growls, making Daud straighten his back and looks at Corvo with a bit of red on his cheeks.

— You're so weird sometimes...

— Am I supposed to be sorry?

Corvo huffs and rubs his face against Daud's hand. He continues to growl as Daud goes down to his chin and neck, scratching a bit. Daud leans in, smiles and kisses Corvo, making the wolf confused yet again.

— Hmph, — Daud lays his hand on Corvo's chest. — Good boy.

Oh yes time for some DH non-anon requests. Daud booping the nose of wolf-Corvo. Corvo is confused, but who said he won't use it as an excuse to touch or bite Daud's ass XD)

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