Eroninja

Chapter 9: Target: A surprise

Target: A surprise

Naruto and Tayuya were in the recreation of his apartment within his seal. The reason was so Kyuubi could create a new seal to mark people that Tayuya found in the villages she entered. That way Naruto would be able to locate them later. Coupled with the Hiraishin mark that Tayuya would leave in the villages, not to mention the one Kyuubi would be working into the new seal, Naruto figured he'd easily be able to approach them even if she was no longer in the village.

It was going to be necessary going forward as Naruto was due to leave Suna in the morning and probably wouldnt have time to pursue the two women she had already zeroed out for inclusion. Tayuya had little doubt that she wasnt the only one sad about that as she knew the two Suna kunoichi had gotten used to having him around.

Tayuya grinned considering at the moment she was the one with him in the real world as well. They were both lying in her bed in the cheap apartment she had rented on a month by month basis. Much like in the hospital he was channeling Kyuubis chakra into her so that she could be there to learn how to apply it when finished. Except unlike then they were both naked.

In the seal world they were still dressed and sitting side by side on the couch while Kyuubi drew on the wall modifying the formula she was working on to match all the criteria Tayuya had asked for. The former Sound-nins smile widened as she thought of all the things she planned to do that night with Naruto as soon as she was taught how to apply it. Her smile dropped though when she noticed Narutos face began to scrunch up.

Whats wrong?

Im notOh fuck, he suddenly shouted in a way that usually signaled his release.

Kyuubi spun surprised by his sudden outburst but before she could inquire as to what was going on he faded from the seal. Tayuya stared surprised for several seconds before it dawned on her what had happened and she blurted, Those bitches. She cut her connection as well leaving a disgruntled Kyuubi behind as she began to once more feel the pleasure that the other women were experiencing.

*****

Oh fuck, Naruto shouted feeling a strange sensation as his consciousness was temporarily in two places at once as he erupted into the warm mouth surrounding his tool. The moment passed leaving him full aware of the small apartment that he had been occupying with Tayuya as they waited. He directed his gaze down his body to see Matsuri finish drinking his load with a pleased looking Ino saying, Hows he taste?

Like you dont know, Temari said sitting in a chair at the foot of the bed.

Pouting Ino replied, I know, but I was hoping shed share.

Temaris response was interrupted as Tayuya shot up saying, Oh no you bitches dont. Hes mine.

Temari glared at the red-head as she quickly said, Youre not the only one thats going to be separated from him in the morning you know.

But I was the one that got to be with him the least due to my job, Tayuya countered.

Temari frowned since Tayuya did have a point as she and Matsuri had monopolized his time during the several days Naruto had been in the village as he waited for Gaara to finalize the list of Sand Genin appearing in the next Chunin Exam. However despite Tayuyas point Naruto could tell that neither of the Suna kunoichi were exactly thrilled at missing out on a chance to be with him on his final night in Suna. Ino decided to stay out of it since she knew she would have him all to herself for the trip back.

Hoping to ease the tension Naruto said, I have an idea.

Please dont tell me you want to use those clones of yours again, Temari said directing her glare from Tayuya to him.

Naruto winced from her piercing gaze as he remembered his disastrous attempt to use Shadow Clones to make it so each girl had time with him. He had created several and then hidden himself among them to allow the girls to pick which one they would spend the night with. Sadly, the girls learned which one got the real one as clones were not meant for the rigors of sex. Matsuri had been the big winner that night as she had chosen wisely and gotten the real one, while the others had their clones dispel sometime during the act leaving them frustrated. As a result he vowed to take another look at the Forbidden Scroll in order to figure out just what the hell Shadow Clones were supposed to be used for. Since he figured it was only because of his enormous amount of chakra that he got away with using them in combat like he did.

Not what I had in mind, Naruto said.

Fine, but Im first, Tayuya said getting an idea of what Naruto had in store and climbed on top of him trying to bury him inside of her.

Naruto grabbed her by the hips preventing her from succeeding and then pushed her onto her back before saying, Again not exactly what I have in mind. He grabbed a pillow putting it under Tayuyas ass to raise her hips in order to make it easier to enter her from his kneeling position.

As he slid into Tayuya, she moaned contently causing the other three girls to dampen their panties as their own arousal grew. Naruto continued to move slowly as Tayuya rested her ankles on his shoulders. He stared straight ahead at the three girls at the foot of the bed as Tayuya thrashed her head back and forth.

Temari seemed to understand what he was waiting for first climbing onto the bed she then pressed herself against his side while still fully dressed and said, No fair, Naruto. Make me feel good too.

Narutos smile grew as he reached one of his hands into the folds of her kimono where her legs met together. The smile grew more lecherous as he felt no panties there to bar his access to her sweet spot. Commenting on it he said, No panties Temari, how bold. Her response turned into a groan as he buried two fingers inside of her.

Temari grabbed onto his shoulder as she slide down some spreading her thighs apart wider to give Naruto more room to work as he fingered her snatch. He turned his head towards her and kissed her deeply as he began to pound Tayuya harder and faster.

She responded immediately shouting, Thats it fuck me senseless. Oh fuck

Naruto felt his own nipple being licked on the opposite side Temari was occupying. Turning his head he found Matsuri, who had taken the time to get out of her clothes, running her tongue around it. He reached his free hand up to cup one of her breasts. As he tweaked one of her nipples she moaned, II want you too, Naruto.

Dont worry, we have all night, Naruto said leaning down to kiss her gently. He moved the hand working her nipple to her snatch where he buried a finger inside her. As he pleased three of his girls he directed his attention to Ino, who rubbed her own snatch while standing and watching the show. Although her eyes moved over all of them, she mostly focused her attention to the spot his cock was currently churning.

Tayuya suddenly tightening around his shaft caught him by surprise as he was busy licking Matsuris nipple at the time. It triggered his own orgasm which he shouted saying, Im cumming. As he deposited his load into Tayuya, he was vaguely aware of Ino making her way closer to the bed. Climbing onto it, she leaned over Tayuyas body looking directly at where they were connected. When he was finished he pulled out and Ino suddenly lurched forward taking him into her mouth. He moaned as he felt her tongue swirl around his cock cleaning it of his and Tayuyas combined release. After cleaning his tool completely she let him out of her mouth prompting Temari to pull him down onto his back. As the Suna kunoichi positioned herself over his rod he continued to watch Ino as she stared at his release slowly leaking from Tayuyas pussy.

He groaned as he felt his dick slip into Temari but kept his eyes glued to Ino. He had noticed that she seemed to have developed an oral fixation and that it seemed to center around tasting his cock after each girl he had been with. It had started after she had seen him with Tsunade and after the Hokage had lost consciousness she had immediately gotten up from the chair to latch her mouth to his dick. He had figured it was only a matter of time before she would drink directly from a womans lower lips herself and got the feeling that now was the moment as she stared down at Tayuyas abused pussy.

She leaned forward ever so slowly before giving Tayuyas snatch an exploratory lick. Apparently she liked what she tasted as soon she was eating out Tayuya with the same gusto she had seen him use many times. Hey, stopstop it, Tayuya feebly complained coming down from her orgasm to find Ino was behind the continued sensations she was feeling.

Ino pulled away from Tayuyas pussy to look back at the girl showing her lips covered in both her and Narutos cum to say, No way in hell. Before she could get back to her meal though, Matsuri moved in front of Ino and pulled her into a kiss. When the kiss ended Matsuri licked her lips sensuously and said, Delicious.

Matsuri moved away to climb above Narutos head in order to lower her own snatch to his lips as Temari continued to ride him. Naruto gave Matsuri his full attention as he began to attack her sensitive spot with his tongue. Meanwhile, Ino brought her other leg over Tayuyas head giving the red head a clear view of her panty covered snatch and the dark stain that appeared to be spreading. Tayuya admitted what Ino was doing was pleasurable but still felt uneasy about returning the favor in the same manner. Therefore she pulled Inos panties to the side before sticking a finer inside the blonde. Ino moaned appreciatively spurring Tayuya on as she felt her own lusts begin to return.

Temari paused a moment in her riding of Naruto to catch her breath as well as take in the erotic sight of Ino eating out Tayuya. She wondered for a brief moment what the girl was tasting before she directed her attention to Matsuri. Leaning forward she kissed the panting brunette picking up a hint of what Ino had transferred as the two had kissed. The small taste was enough to spike Temaris lust though and she quickly began rocking her hips in an effort to get off.

Listening to the sound of Tayuya and Ino as they pleased each other truly was serving as a huge aphrodisiac for Naruto. Responding to Temaris need he began to try and match her rhythm while he continued to please Matsuri with his tongue. Sensing the girl sitting on his face was closest he sucked on her clit causing her to orgasm and soak his face in her release. She fell to her side away from the others and no sooner was she clear then Temaris face appeared in front of him. She kissed him greedily giving him the feeling that she was trying to taste Matsuri through him.

Placing his hands on her still clothed hips, although her kimono had fallen away from her upper body, he held her still before he began to piston up into her. Temari was forced to break the kiss as she moaned, Yes, thats it fuck me Narutofuck me. Fill my pussy with your hot spunk.

You asked for it, Naruto said rolling them over where he could truly pound into her. As he went to work she clasped her legs around his waist locking her ankles behind him. Finally she tensed up using her legs to pull him deeper inside her and screamed her release as she felt Naruto fill her insides. She laid there panting with her eyes closed but opened them in surprise when she felt a tongue begin probing her lower lips. Seeing that Ino who apparently had gotten all the cream she could from Tayuya, who was panting having cum again from the blonde leaf kunoichis talented tongue, had moved onto the fresh source that was leaking from her. Temari placed a hand on Inos head to push her away but when the blonde flicked her still sensitive clit with her tongue found herself pulling Ino into her snatch instead.

*****

The orgy had lasted for almost an hour before each girl was completely satisfied. Although tired, Naruto had to admit his endless stamina could easily have kept him going for a while longer. He pushed away the desire to succumb to sleep to take another dive into the seal. Making his way to the recreation of his apartment the first thing he noticed was the completed seal design on the wall. He turned his attention to Kyuubi who was staring at him from the couch with her arms crossed. From her demeanor he could see that she was rather upset with him. Figuring it was due to his sudden departure as well as for the reason he sat next to her on the couch.

He remained silent waiting for her to make the first move and was surprised that she did in the form of relaxing into his side. Enjoy yourself, she asked a hint of the bitterness she felt at having to feel the pleasure second hand leaking into her voice.

Im sure you already know the answer to that, Naruto said. Staring at the symbol on the wall which appeared to be an X with a circle around it he asked, Is it complete?

Yes, Kyuubi said a little put off at his changing the subject. Once she applies it to the target the seal will allow you to sense were these potential conquests are. It will also disappear so the target wont realize shes been marked.

Nicely done, Naruto said before surprising Kyuubi by gently tilting her face towards his. She shut her eyes as he slowly closed the distance between them. The kiss started as gently as the first one they had shared but Kyuubi quickly desired more and opened her mouth in order to invite Naruto to deepen the kiss. It was an invitation he quickly accepted as his tongue darted into hers to met and dance with hers.

Kyuubi lost track of how long they kissed but eventually the need to breath overpowered her. Breaking apart she panted and watched Naruto with hooded eyes as he quickly recovered first. He slipped from the couch taking up a kneeling position in front of her. Reaching forward, he placed a hand on her thighs before slowly moving the kimono she wore apart to reveal her panty covered mound. He looked up at Kyuubi before asking, Would you like a reward for a job well done?

Kyuubi nodded shyly wondering what it was Naruto would do. He leaned and placed kisses on the insides of her inner thighs. He worked his way towards where they converged slowly taking his time as he moved from one leg to the other. Much to Kyuubi pleasure he reached her junction but it quickly turned to embarrassment as he took in several deep breaths making it clear he was breathing in her scent.

Dont dont do that, Kyuubi said wondering why it was she felt such mortification.

But it faded as Naruto said, You dont need to feel embarrassed. You smell wonderful. He proved that by placing his mouth over her panties and teased her folds with his tongue. His feather light licks even further dulled by the cloth preventing direct contact only served to heighten her arousal. When he pulled back her panties were soaked with the combined fluids of his saliva and her excitement. Reaching up the outside of her legs, he grabbed ahold of her underwear and after she raised her hips off the couch pulled them down and off.

Throwing them over his shoulder, he grabbed the back of her knees and lifted her legs up and apart spreading her further. Before she could complain about the exposed state the new position left her in Naruto moved forward quickly attacking her snatch with his tongue. Kyuubis complaints were silenced and instead she moaned in pleasure while placing her hands in his hair.

Naruto felt a mixture of pride and pleasure as she began to try and grind her mound into his face. Letting go of her legs, he wasnt surprised that her grinding picked up in intensity or that she spread herself even wider for him. As she got wetter and wetter he slid two of his fingers inside of her and quickly found the small area that seemed to get the greatest amount of response from the moaning woman in front of him.

As he ran his tongue over the top half of her pussy while rubbing the area he began to zero in on her clit. Kyuubi moans were picking up in intensity letting him know that she was close. Suddenly he found his head being pulled into her mound as she shouted, Oh dear Kami, Im cummmmiiiiinnnnggg. Which was followed by his face being drenched in her release. She went slack and stared at him with a content smile on her face. Naruto moved up to her face kissing her and allowing her to taste herself.

She groaned as Naruto stood quickly asking, Are we stopping?

For now, he said as he began to leave.

He stopped though when Kyuubi said, Naruto, next timenext time, please dont let it be a reward for services rendered.

Naruto looked back and was about to turn to talk to her but with a wave of her hand she cut the connection returning him to the real world and found that for the moment at least he couldnt reenter the seal. Taking in his surroundings, he saw the content women spread about the bed but realized that much like his earlier mistakes with not considering his girls feelings. He hadnt considered that maybe Kyuubi wanted more than just sex, but the care and comfort he tried to provide for each of the women entering into his orbit.

******

Naruto and Ino were about halfway back to Konoha and resting for the night when he felt the pull that meant he was being called. Recognizing that it was Matsuri, he told Ino then Hiraishined to her. He appeared in a red flash inside the bedroom of her apartment not sure what to expect, but it wasnt to see Matsuri, Temari and Tayuya dressed in lingerie.

As he took in the gorgeous curves of the women draped over her bed he heard Tayuya say, See, I fucking told you hed show.

He knelt on the bed and asked, Whats this all about?

Matsuri looked nervous and like she wanted to say something but stopped. Tayuya on the other hand didnt have a problem speaking so said, Matsuri was worried that youd forget about us back in Konoha.

Matsuri poked her fingers together but nodded. Naruto smiled gently and cupping her cheek said, Im here and Im just a jutsu away.

Matsuri lost herself in his blue eyes until he began to lean forward and kiss her. Pulling back he noticed her eyes were half closed but before he took things to the next level he asked, Whats with the lingerie show?

Well we figured if you did show youd deserve a reward, Temari said giving a bright smile showing off the Kyuubi mark on her inner thigh.

Naruto began stripping his shirt off while saying, And here I thought my birthday came early. As soon as he had his shirt off, he began laughing as he was tackled and quickly found himself once more in the middle of a hot night of passion in Suna.

*****

Naruto stretched as he sat up in his bed having returned to Konoha the day before. As carefully as he could, he extracted himself from it so as to not wake the girl he was sharing it with. But it proved unnecessary when Hinata turned towards him to say, Morning Naruto.

Good morning, he replied leaning down to kiss her.

Before he could tell her to go back to sleep she began to rise as well wanting to get an early start on the day. Hinata truly had to hand it to Shizune as she couldnt believe all the young woman had needed to handle when it had just been her assisting Tsunade. She frowned though when she noticed Naruto quickly getting dress as she had been hoping to share a shower with him that morning. With a cute pout she said, Do you really need to rush off? I thought Kakashi had a habit of showing up late.

Naruto chuckled but said, He was pretty insistent on being on time. Kissing her again he added, Besides, we both know what will happen if we shower together, and I dont think I want to start this new training after being completely drained by you my Hyuuga Princess.

Hinata blushed at what he said but was forced to admit he raised a rather good point since that was exactly what she had wanted to do. Receiving another kiss, Naruto quickly left trusting her to lock up after she did. Making her way to the shower she stepped under its warm spray. Picking up a new shampoo that Ino had left behind she began to work it into her hair as she let the events of the night before replay themselves in her memory.

Naruto had come to her asking to take her out for the night. She had happily accepted and he had taken her out to a fancy restaurant. During dinner they had discussed his trip to Suna. However, he did leave out most of the details about the other women due to the public venue. He did speak about Gaara and his burgeoning relationship with Sari though. As expected the young woman had been quite pleased that she could finally announce that she was the one that was with Sunas most eligible bachelor. Although she still didnt know why it was that her number one rival seemed completely at peace with it.

Naruto had then asked her about what was happening with her. She had started out by telling him that her father seemed pleased by her decision to help Tsunade as an assistant. Naruto had frowned at her causing Hinata to worry that he was displeased with her. He was, just not in the way she expected as he had asked if she was telling him that to let him know about her current standing in her family. She had broken eye contact but nodded.

She closed her eyes and could almost feel his gentle cupping of her cheek to make her look at him as he told her, I asked you how you were doing. I dont care if your dad likes or dislikes your decision Hinata and if you are doing this to please him, and me as a result, and not because you enjoy it. Then you should quit.

Hinata quickly assured him that she did enjoy it. But from that point on she had talked about her duties and how she felt about them. Towards the end of dinner though talking coherently had been rather difficult since the target Naruto was working on entered the restaurant along with her daughter. The reason had been since as soon as Tsume and Hana had entered he had begun to release his enhanced pheromones. Hinata smiled as she thought of all the people that had gotten lucky that night as a result since all the patrons had obviously felt them.

Yet only two people had zeroed in on the source of them. Once they did though Naruto had quickly paid for the meal and escorted her towards his apartment. Narutos plan for Tsume called for a rather slow seduction and for the first part would generally rely on appearing in and around the area of Konoha that the Inuzuka tended to frequent. The restaurant they had eaten in had been one such place. Although the Inuzuka were brash and many considered them unsophisticated. The truth was many of the finer restaurants of the village were located in what many considered Inuzuka territory. This was due to while the Inuzuka didnt care for many of the more worldly things money could buy. They did love good food.

Even she had been surprised to learn that, having thought the Akimichi would be the people to see about food. But, due to their gargantuan appetites their restaurants tended to offer more of the bulky types of meals. Still quite a few great restaurants were located there but Narutos goal was to appear more and more in what Tsume considered her territory in order to make her feel a new Alpha was encroaching. And if the slight barring of her teeth as they had passed Tsumes table showed anything it was that his plan appeared to be working. Hana on the other hand had seemed quite interested in Naruto though in a less challenging way.

As they had made their way to Narutos they had taken a pretty public path. As they had walked the pair had noticed people talking about them. Which highlighted one of the downfalls of Narutos desire to take each of his girls on dates, and that was in a shinobi village people loved to talk about other peoples business and secrets. Therefore, since Naruto had already been seen on a date with Hinata, Ino, Ayame, and a blonde bombshell that nobody truly knew who she was, he was developing a reputation as a player. To combat that as they had passed through the market area Ino had made sure to stop them and talk. All three of them had found it difficult not to laugh as the people paying attention to them, although they tried not to show it, had all but given themselves away since they obviously were expecting some huge blow up between them. Not the calm conversation that had ended with Ino wishing them a good night. As a result they hoped people would begin to think that the dates were simply a night on the town between friends.

The night had ended on a far less innocent note when after entering the apartment Hinata had all but attacked Naruto finding keeping herself in check to be impossible now that they were alone. Turning the shower off before she began to indulge in the memories since she didnt want to be late as a result of needing to take care of her building urges she spared a moment to drop the henge hiding her chakra. Although the lighter green color had darkened, she frowned since it still wasnt the red she so desperately wanted.

*****

Naruto wasnt sure how to feel about returning to Team Seven. On one hand, he was excited and hoped Kakashi had something impressive to teach him. But on the other he wasnt exactly sure about how to act around Sakura. The truth was he was rather surprised that she was taking his distancing himself from her as hard as both Ino and Ayame described. Ayame had told him of his teammates visit to her stand while he was gone and of the small argument between them.

When he had originally decided on his current course of action when it came to Sakura, he had expected a quiet acceptance to it. Almost like things had been between them during Team Sevens tenure together three years ago. Minus all his begging her for dates though. While they had gotten on well enough, Sakura had never really gone out of her way to get to know him. He had just assumed that she would gladly go back to that.

Although touched by her new need to have him in her life more, if it ever came up he would have to accuse her of having a revisionist view of Team Seven. As he felt the current policy of emotional distancing was a more accurate reflection of their previous relationship. He supposed her tearful begging him to bring back Sasuke and his vow to do just that had changed more between him then he suspected. Regardless it was that uncertainty of what to expect from her that had him a little nervous about the days training.

Stepping onto the training field he saw he was the last to arrive. Kakashi upon noticing him closed his book and with a light tone said, Hm, right on time. For a moment I thought we had switched places.

Naruto chuckled good-naturedly saying, Id have to keep you waiting several hours before you could claim that Kakashi-sensei.

Kakashi shrugged before saying, Well before we get to the heart of your new training. Sakura has told me that youve been busy training yourself while I was out of action. Mind sharing what you been up too?

Naruto caught Sakura wincing as Kakashi dropped her name. He felt his hackles rising and struggled to keep it from his face. However he did narrow his eyes at her. It was a gesture not missed by Kakashi. Before he could ask though Naruto said a little of the anger he felt bleeding into his voice, Well what Sakura apparently failed to mention was that Tsunade doesnt want me talking about it.

Kakashi noticed that Sakura looked away from Naruto. Shrugging he said diplomatically, I guess it slipped her mind. But I also heard youve done some sparring against Yuugao.

Naruto nodded before saying, Yeah, shes a tough taskmaster. I can see why shes the head of Anbu.

Sakuras head whipped around at that to stare at him in wide eye surprise. Although Naruto had told her he sparred against an Anbu. Learning that it was the head Captain and one of the people that had been exhibiting signs of something she was beginning to think of as The Glow, thought it was unlikely to be a coincidence. What were the odds of women entering Narutos orbit suddenly gaining a brighter and more cheerful outlook on life. But she was forced to admit that in truth he had been doing that for years as she thought of Koyuki, Daimyo of the Land of Snow, Haruna, from the Land of Vegetables, and Toki of Bird. They were just three women that Naruto had similarly affected, but it was easy to forget that since she didnt have to see it every day. Still she wondered why it was that women in Konoha seemed to be more taken with him than usual lately. She also wondered why it was that he hadnt asked to take her on a date like she had heard he had done for Ino, Ayame, Hinata, and some blonde civilian.

*****

So after that, Kakashi-sensei had me and Sakura spare to show off what Yuugao had taught me before explaining he wanted to teach me how to add Wind element to my chakra in order to complete the Rasengan, Naruto said to his date that night. I just wish she would stop trying to snoop in my business.

Did you tell her that?

Yeah, Naruto said. After the spar, Kakashi dismissed us saying he figured wed need a way to keep the Kyuubi in check for some reason. He said it had to do with the method we were going to use and that he knew someone in Anbu that would be able to help. Well anyway as I was leaving Sakura tried to come up and start a conversation with me like she did nothing wrong. I told her that I didnt appreciate her trying to manipulate Kakashi into forcing me to reveal what Ive been up too. Tsunade shook her head prompting him to ask, What?

Its just three years ago youd be excited that she was showing this much interest in you, Tsunade said. Also I think youre being a little unfair.

What, how is it unfair that I want her to keep her nose out of what Im doing outside of the team?

Oh that isnt what you are being unfair about, but in being so self-righteous in her making a mistake. A part of Tsunade expected him to blow up at that. But Naruto proved he would probably always be capable of surprising her by simply leaning back in the chair and crossing his arms. Taking that as permission to continue she said, Well shes a young woman trying to understand why it is you have thrown a brick wall up between you two. She was simply hoping to use Kakashi as a means to put a small crack in it.

But why are you saying my being upset is self-righteous? Naruto asked challenging.

In forgetting that youve made a few mistakes yourself, Tsunade answered. Dont forget you made quite a major blunder recently in Suna in your blurting out to Gaara what youve been up too. Naruto tried to defend his actions but Tsunade cut him off saying, Yes I know it worked out alright. But without even thinking about how your actions would make everyone else feel you leapt in headlong. What would you do if he rejected your ideas?

II dont know, Naruto admitted.

But you persisted without considering just how your actions consequences could have spelled disaster for all of us. Do you really think I would still be Hokage if people learned of our new connection? Not to mention how Yuugao and Hinata would have been affected.

I get what youre saying, Naruto replied after digesting what Tsunade had said. Sakura did what she did without considering the aftereffects if things didnt turn out as she hoped. Tsunade nodded so he said, Ill apologize tomorrow.

I didnt say to do that, Tsunade said laughing lightly at his confused expression. She did screw up and you have a legitimate reason to be angry. I just dont want you to use it as a reason to convince yourself you are right in your current treatment of her. She could see Naruto took her words to heart so said, Now Im tired of talking about another woman on my date so lets change the subject.

Naruto smiled at her suggestion just as glad to do so. Moving on to more date friendly topics the pair was unaware they were being discreetly observed. Sitting alone at her table Koharu Utatane frowned wondering what exactly it was Tsunade was playing at. It was merely by happenstance that she happened to be there since she often ate at the expensive restaurant. But upon seeing the nine-tail Jinchuriki entering with a blonde had lost interest in her meal. At first she didnt recognize her but despite her advanced age. Her memory was still excellent and it wasnt long before she realized that the young woman was a henged Tsunade. She was slightly disappointed that it took as long as it did for her to recognize the woman especially since she knew of Tsunades penchant for changing her appearance. However, Koharu had assumed Tsunade to have grown out of such childish behavior. Yet watching the two, Koharu feared she had grown into something else. Something that if it came to light, would tarnish not only the Hokage title, but the very village itself.

As the pair got up after paying for their meal she considered following them to reprimand them since it was apparent they were far closer than was proper considering their age difference. She decided to talk to Tsunade in the morning in order to give the woman the chance to do the right thing. Otherwise she would take steps to ensure the right thing was done, steps which may include involving her fellow elders.

*****

Sakura was sitting on the swing in the Academy playground that Naruto used to frequent when he appeared down. She hoped that by sitting there she would think of some way to lessen Narutos anger at her. Sadly nothing had occurred to her. She stood up to go home but stopped when she heard Kakashi say, Now whats with the long face.

Sakura tried to smile but didnt feel up to it instead saying, Guess I just dont have much of a reason to smile lately.

Ah, you must be referring to what happened between you and Naruto today, Kakashi said nonchalantly.

Sakura winced before schooling her features and saying, Sorry about tricking you like that.

Kakashi shrugged saying, No big deal. He then began to walk with Sakura as she began heading home.

Sakura though said, No it is. I tried to use you to force Naruto into telling me what he was up to.

Kakashi chuckled as he said, I think I figured that out Sakura.

Sakura nodded before saying, I just dont know what happened between us. I mean when he first came back everything was great. But then when I left everything changed and now he barely wants to be around me.

Kakashi watched her a moment before saying, I think youre overreacting a tad. Although today started out pretty rough Naruto was still able to function as a team with you.

But as soon as training was over he took off like he wanted to be as far from me as possible, Sakura sad sadly.

Well you did just try to

It wasnt only today though, Sakura said her voice raising a few octaves. Ever since that mission to Grass he wanted nothing to do with me. Ayame says its because hes preparing for the day Sasuke comes back. Like when that happens hell cut me out of his life completely.

Hmmm, Kakashi said after a moment of thought, I suppose that is possible. Sakura looked up her eyes wide with the panic she felt. Explaining what he meant Kakashi said, Well Sakura put yourself in Narutos shoes.

Dont you think Ive tried, Sakura said agitated, Ive been trying to figure out what Ive done to anger him to such a point.

Perhaps, Kakashi said, Yet I dont think youve truly looked at things from his point of view. Tell me, what do you remember of the day you were all assigned to Team Seven?

Sakura immediately said, I remember being happy.

Why?

Sakura was about to blurt out, Because I was put on Sasukes team.

However it died on her tongue, but Kakashi apparently knew what she had been about to say and pressing on said, Do you also remember what you said when I asked you what it was you hated?

Naruto, she said weakly.

Yeah, Kakashi said his tone holding no admonishment towards her. But he did say, Considering that, I suppose its easy to understand why hed insist on a little distance in light of our goal being to return Sasuke to the village. I mean three years ago youd have greatly enjoyed not having Naruto pestering you after training.

Sakura nodded unable to find a fault in Kakashis logic. Chuckling mirthlessly she said, And here it was I who thought they wanted things to go back to the way they were. Kakashi raised an eyebrow at her so she clarified saying, I guess Naruto is simply preparing for me to begin chasing after Sasuke again.

More than likely, Kakashi said, While it was no secret how much he cared for you. I guess he just doesnt wish to watch the girl he had cared for end up in the arms of his rival. But dont worry. Im sure things will get better as the team spends more time together.

Sakura nodded. Yet still felt that only seeing Naruto when Team Kakashi met was less than satisfactory.

*****

Tsunade was busy working on the days work load having gotten an early start that day. She doubted even Shizune had gotten out of bed yet and smiled imagining her apprentice going to her bedroom to find she was already gone. Well technically gone wasnt the right word since she hadnt slept there in the first place. Smirking, she thought that slept might have been too strong of a word to use as well considering how most of the night had been spent. Although she did return to her room to make her bed appeared slept in and for some fresh clothes.

A knock at her door attracted her attention. Wondering at who her visitor was and what they wanted so early in the morning she told the person to enter. She smiled warmly at the woman who stepped in which died as she noticed the frown that was on the womans face. Wondering if something was amiss in the village Tsunade asked, What is troubling you this morning?

Koharu walked deeper into the office moving past Tsunades desk to stare out the window as the sun rose illuminating the village before saying, Did you try the steamed salmon last night? Its what the restaurant is known for.

Tsunade kept her gaze directed forward aware that Koharu was probably watching her in the glass. Tsunade cursed as she had been unable to prevent her body from going stiff. Still she tried to play it off saying, Im afraid I dont know what you are talking about.

Koharu sighed saying, Really, I suppose I could be mistaken. I am getting rather old, and my eyes might have been playing tricks on me. Yet I swear the woman Naruto was with last night was the spitting image of you when you were younger. Although her tone was calm and indifferent Tsunade knew Koharu was positive of what she saw. Continuing she said, I suppose what I assumed to be a date last night could be nothing more than some harmless fun. Especially, in light of the fact that Naruto seems to have been entertaining quite a few young women lately. Since these women seem to know of each other, I dont imagine anything too serious is going on. Yet, his date last night certainly seemed far more passionate then I thought these other dates had been.

Tsunade slowly turned in her chair to see Koharu staring down at her. Why are you telling me all of this?

Considering how close the two of you are I thought it prudent to warn you, Koharu said her tone disapproving. I thought that considering your close resemblance to this woman last night it may be possible you know her. I think it also very likely she was far older than she appeared, so please pass on this warning if you will. This woman, whoever she may be, should remember herself and her station in life.

Koharu walked to the door but stopping at it said, Ill keep what I saw last night to myself and will consider it an indiscretion made most likely by a lonely woman looking for a little comfort. However, should she choose to disregard my warning. She should know that there are plenty of people who will use this against her. I trust I have made myself clear. Remember, real kunoichi keep their emotions and their lusts in check.

Tsunade nodded unable to meet the elders eyes feeling so very small under the womans scrutiny. While most people who talked to her like that would be lucky to speak at all when she was done with them, Koharu was one of the few people exempt from that fear. The reason had to do with much like how many of todays kunoichi looked up to her. Koharu was the woman that Tsunade had looked up to while growing up.

The other reason she had held her tongue was because she knew who it was that Koharu had been alluding to. If Danzou learned of her relationship with Naruto there was no doubt that the man would use it and most likely the moral indignation some would feel to pull her out of office and install himself in her place. Feeling her heart break even as she came to her decision she was somewhat comforted knowing that at least there were plenty of people to take her place.

******

Naruto awoke contently as usual and wasnt surprised that Tsunade was no longer in his bed. After taking a shower he dressed and headed to the training field where Kakashi introduced him to a man named Yamato. He then explained how they were going to use his Shadow Clones to speed up the process of learning the new completed Rasengan.

As the day wore on he could tell both men were surprised that the Kyuubi didnt make any takeover attempts. Still by the end of the day he was pretty much wiped and was looking forward to slipping into his bed. He made it home and had just finished showering again when Hinata entered his apartment. He was about to tell her that he just wanted to get into bed when she told him that Tsunade needed to see him.

He could tell by Hinatas tone that it appeared urgent so he quickly dressed and walked with her to the Hokage office. On the way he asked, Any idea about what this is about? Hinata shook her head in reply confusing Naruto since Hinata had seemed to feel it was urgent so he said, Then whats the matter?

Lady Tsunade seemed depressed all day, Hinata answered. There were times when she almost looked like she wanted to break down and cry. It almost seemed to pain her when she asked me to go get you.

Arriving at Tsunades office he frowned when upon entering she appeared completely miserable. Looking at him, she tried to smile but failed and said, Thank you Hinata that will be all for today. Hinata nodded looking at the Hokage sadly before closing the door to the office.

Naruto approached Tsunade and tried to come around the desk to comfort her but was stopped as she said, Please stay where you are.

He frowned but complied asking, Whats going on Tsunade? Why do you look like youve been crying?

Do I, she said quickly wiping at her eyes. Naruto, she began before trailing off.

What is it? he said the suspense killing him.

Sadly, Tsunade blurted out, We need to end our relationship. Ill still support you but II cant be with you anymore. At least not in any truly meaningful way.

What? Why, Naruto said confused since she had given no indication she felt that way the night before or that any of such thoughts had been plaguing her. Although he could have missed it he had been trying to be more observant with his girls.

It doesnt matter, Tsunade said. It was foolish of me to think I could have a relationship with you. Im double your age, no matter what changes have happened. Ill always cherish our time together but I wont be of much use to you if we continue and worse it could lead to our downfall.

Has someone threatened you?

It doesnt matter, Tsunade tried to reiterate.

However Naruto wasnt having it as he used what he thought of as The Voice on her saying, Who is making you do this?

Tsunade tried to resist it but eventually was forced to say, Koharu Utatane. She quickly said, But she is right Naruto and

Like hell shes right, Naruto said angrily. What business of it is hers if we see each other?

Shes an elder of the village and has its best interests at heart. She recognized me at the restaurant and told me this morning if we continued shed be forced to tell others. If she passes the information on to Danzou, hell use it to strip me of my title. Kami only knows what his goals are for you.

Tsunade closed her eyes to stave off the tears she felt as she said, Koharu said a real kunoichi keeps her emotions and lusts in check. Yet I cannt help, but feel

Her sentence trailed off as Naruto came around the desk taking her into his arms before saying, You are mine Tsunade and I love you. Im not going to let anything come between us, especially some dried up bitter old hag.

But

He silenced her with a kiss before saying, Ill take care of this. You get some sleep.

Naruto, what are you going to do?

I have no idea, but a man keeps his promises and I promised to always do right by you.

*****

Naruto left the office telling Tsunade again to get some rest. She had wanted to go with him but eventually relented. As he walked, he felt it was likely that he had never been so angry before. Where was the bitch when everyone was ignoring him, but now that he had found happiness with Tsunade saw fit to disrupt it due to some moral indignation. He tried to calm himself to think up some plan of action or argument, but failed. However he was startled by a voice saying, I have an idea or two.

He stopped mid-step before saying, Kyuubi.

Kyuubi quickly admonished him saying, Dont speak aloud you fool. Do you want people to think you are crazy or worse to begin suspecting we are talking?

Naruto blushed at the admonishment and was glad he was alone on the street as he thought, How?

Your anger is my best guess, Kyuubi said and Naruto could almost imagine the slight shrug of her shoulders she gave. I was always able to better influence you when you gave into it. Why should communicating be any different?

Okay, now what about your idea.

First go see Uzuki, Kyuubi said.

******

Yuugao had been surprised when Naruto arrived in her office as she was just about to go home. He had asked her for a favor which was to know about the Anbu watching the elder Koharu. When she had asked why, Naruto said he needed to confront her. A little hesitant since it was the first time she would be actively subverting her duties one of which was protecting the elders she gave in when she heard why.

Approaching the Anbu on duty, who had yet to sense her approach, she said, Mouse, I heard you are the proud father of a new baby boy.

T-thats right, he said with a slight stutter afraid she was going to reprimand him for allowing her to get so close without detecting her.

Instead he received the surprise of his life as she said, Must be why your mind was a million miles away. Go home and spend time with your family. But tomorrow you better be focused.

He nodded but stopped raising his hands in the sign to release genjutsu saying, Kai.

What are you doing? she asked confused.

Sorry its just I have a hard time believing that youd just let me go. The last guy you caught spacing out you had him monitoring the sewers.

Yuugao blushed but said, Would you prefer that. Mouse shook his head no instead opting to take Yuugao up on her suggestion. After he left she gave Naruto the sign to move in and watched him slip into the elders home.

*****

Koharu was pleased she could let the matter drop. She had observed the Hokage all day from afar and although she had met with Naruto it had appeared they had ended their affair. She wondered briefly where the boy had stormed off too. But Tsunade had gone home and was still alone. Having grown weary herself she decided to head home and would keep her eyes on Tsunade for a few days to make sure things truly had ended.

Entering her home, she frowned upon feeling the presence of someone in her home. As she made her way to it unafraid since she knew she was under Anbu protection she wondered who her late night visitor was. It could be her teammate but found that unlikely considering the late hour. Walking through the house, Koharu frowned again but for a completely different reason. The reason was just how barren her home was. Unlike both of her teammates Koharu had never settled down to start a family since settling down for a kunoichi pretty much was a career ending move. True some still stayed active but most simply retired. At the time she thought it such a waste but now coming home always seemed to show off just how little she had to show for her decision. Unlike Homura and Sarutobis that had been filled with the sound of children and now grandchildren.

A part of her felt it was unfair to deny Tsunade that if she and Naruto truly had found each other, but the good of the village must always come first in her eyes. A scandal like the kind she imagined would be had should people learn of their relationship would rock Konoha and likely result in some instability.

Recognizing her visitors chakra now that she was close enough despite the room that served as her office he was in being dark she said, How did you get past the Anbu watching my home?

A light flicked on momentarily blinding her and she instantly went on guard but sensing no movement blinked until she could see Naruto, who was sitting in one of her chairs and had turned it towards the door. Naruto slowly stood once she could see saying, How about we skip to the part where you felt it necessary to stick your nose in my and Tsunades business.

Well at least you are willing to admit it, Koharu said entering into the room. Still, I suggest you take the warning I delivered to heart less something unfortunate happen.

Are you threatening us?

Take it any way you wish, Koharu said moving past him to an ornate desk before pouring herself a drink.

Why do you even care? We have been discreet and

It doesnt matter if you are being discreet, Koharu said anger leaking into her voice. She is a fifty year old woman and you are a young man less than twice her age. What you two are doing is wrong and morally reprehensible and should it come to light will tarnish the office she holds and the one you claim to covet.

Youre right, Naruto said, I did want to be Hokage. But I want Tsunade even more.

We dont always get what we want. So choose.

I have, Naruto said and he noticed Koharu almost immediately reacted sensing his impending attack. She attempted to make a break for the window, but Naruto raised his arm and a chakra claw appeared catching the retreating woman in the chest and slammed her into a wall hard enough to dent it. She half expected it to have pierced her flesh but looking down it appeared that the chakra was entering her and it was merely the force at which it was doing so holding her against the wall.

For some reason she felt strangely better than she had in years as aches and pains that had plagued her for decades slowly faded. She looked up catching her reflection in the window she had attempted to leap through only to see a face much younger staring back at her. Whats more it continued to get younger as did her body as well. She blushed as the knot holding her kimono closed which had been tied to fit her older more stocky body gave way to reveal flawless skin and the toned body time had robbed her of. The blush also was due to the unflattering way her old lady garments hugged her body with her bra slipping away from her now slightly smaller and pert breasts.

The flow of chakra ended and she slid down to the ground landing on her knees. Strangely and probably due to her appearance she remembered the day they had lost the second and Sarutobi had been named Third Hokage. She figured it was because the age she now resembled was around that time. Standing she covered her chest in her arms wondering why the Anbu hadnt reacted to the Kyuubi chakra even if it didnt have the same menacing feel and said, What have you done to me?

Naruto calmly walked back to the chair he had been occupying when she had entered. Taking a seat he said, You told Tsunade a true kunoichi keeps her feelings and lusts in check. Show me how its done.

Koharu wondered what the boy meant, but then almost doubled over as she felt a feeling of heat and euphoria overcome her. She tried to make a break for it out of the room but suddenly a seal appeared over the window and door. She frowned since only the Anbu were aware of the seal which was to act as a barrier in case of an attack, but now served to trap her with the Kyuubi jinchuriki. She directed her gaze to Naruto and felt her lusts begin to boil over and she wondered how he was doing all this.

Naruto watched on dispassionately and could see the question in the elders eyes. Answering her unasked question he said, The chakra that restored your youth is also the cause of your discomfort. Its a jutsu I was given during my trip and I used it on each of my girls. Although Ive never used Kyuubis chakra before while using it so I imagine the effects you are feeling are far more potent. Probably a little unfair but if Tsunade is right and you resist it youll return to normal although with your more youthful appearance.

Fighting the urge to run over to the young jinchuriki she said, IllIll beat this and when I do. Ill have you locked away forever.

Naruto chuckled before saying, Well youll try I imagine.

What do do you mean?

You obviously arent thinking clearly. You see even if you beat this jutsu what do you plan to do. Say that I made you young again. That I turned back the hands of time and that you are in fact a seventy year old woman, youll be locked up in the nearest psyche ward.

There are DNA tests that will

Already changed to fit the profile of some crazy woman with delusions of grandeur, Naruto said noticing that the unflattering panties which were attempting to slip off her narrower hips were darkening with her love juice. He also noticed that half-way through his explanation that Koharu had ceased to listen no doubt trying to calm her lust filled body. He released his enhanced pheromones to push her over the edge and could tell when they reached her by the way she swooned. When she opened her eyes Naruto could tell she had lost and that all she wanted was to sate the need her body felt.

He watched as she took a shaky step towards him and she removed one of her arms from her chest and reached it out towards him. Pleadingly she said, PleasePlease end it.

Resting his head against the hand that was against the armrest of the chair he said, You know what you need to do to end it.

She took a step and followed by another as she walked rather clumsily as she tried to prevent the panties she wore from slipping down her hips. She managed and came to rest in front of him. Naruto kept his head on his hand while spreading his legs apart. Koharu picked up the hint sinking to her knees. With her free hand the other covering her chest she reached for the fly of his jeans. She stopped though when Naruto said, Dont use your hand. Open it with your mouth.

Koharu glared up at him but he calmly said, Or dont do it at all. Ive already won the only thing that you can achieve now is alleviating the lust you feel.

The glare wilted as her body sent another shockwave of desire through her. Removing her hand from her chest, she shucked off her kimono before she placed both of her hands on his thighs and leaned forward. She struggled to grab ahold of the zipper using only her teeth as the large bulge she was rubbing against in her attempt also added to her distraction. Finally she managed and pulled it down and sat back in surprise as it sprung out hitting her face. She stared at it for a moment before leaning forward to take him into her mouth. She began slowly and hesitantly but soon began to get into it. Sadly, she just wasnt very good at it and Naruto figured it was because she was probably a prude in her youth. Grabbing her by the back of her head he forced her down his length without warning. He began to furiously fuck her face as she attempted to pull away but his strong hands kept her moving back and forth over his pole. Feeling himself ready to release he let go after burying his tool as far as it would go. He coated her throat and stomach in his seed in several powerful bursts.

He held her there for several moments before letting go. Instantly pulling back Koharu began coughing and massaging her abused throat as she panted for breath. Her glare returned as she looked up at him but he said coldly, If I left it to you wed be here all day. Whats a matter granny, never give a blowjob before?

Koharu looked away prompting Naruto to laugh and say, You havent, have you? Kami, no wonder you got so bent out of shape over Tsunade and me. You were probably just jealous of her.

Koharu turned to face him saying, I was not. What you two were doing

Is no different then what you and I are doing right now, Naruto said cutting her off. But we can stop here and perhaps you can try to recapture that focus kunoichi are supposed to be capable of. So what do you say?

Koharus body had plenty to say as it almost seemed to reject the idea for her and if anything having been fed Narutos sperm had made her crave more. In truth even when she had taken lovers in the past they had never stayed for long. She supposed because it was because she had always insisted on simple missionary every time. Yet, the blonde whelp sitting in front of her and was dominating her had awakened something hungry within her. To answer his question she shook her head no and attempted to climb into his lap and pushing her panties to the side tried to insert him inside her.

However Naruto had other ideas and forced her into a standing position. Dragging her behind him as she tried to keep her panties in place he pushed her against the wall and spun her around. Getting behind her, he pulled her panties away ripping them from her body. Dropping his own pants and boxers he ran his manhood along her dripping snatch getting it well lubricated before saying, You want my dick inside you dont you.

Moaning, she nodded her head but Naruto said, Well I cant hear you.

Meekly she said, Yes.

Naruto pulled back from her and then spreading her butt cheeks apart pressed his dickhead against her anus. Almost immediately she looked back saying, No, not there.

You should have been more specific, besides fucking this hole is good enough for you. With that said he slowly pushed inside of her causing Koharu to groan in discomfort as her ass was penetrated for the first time. However, once he was completely inside of her. He just stopped and Koharu realized that he was giving her time to adjust. He reached around to begin playing with her clit and she inadvertently squeezed her rectum pulling a groan from him. Strangely hearing him groan spurned Koharu on and she slowly pulled away from him before moving back. The sensation was unlike anything she had experienced before plus the way he continued to play with her clit was sending her into orgasmic bliss.

Naruto couldnt believe the sensations he was feeling from Koharus ass and even though he had originally planned to fuck her ass as a punishment could tell the woman was truly getting off on it by the way she kept tightening and releasing her rectum. Having allowed her to set the pace thus far he began thrusting himself pounding her forward. She tried to push back but it was only a matter of time before she found herself pressed against the wall unable to move and at his mercy as he fucked her backdoor. He removed his hand from her clit in order to slide his fingers inside of her. He could actually feel his dick moving inside her through the thin wall that separated them.

Koharu for her part was moaning incoherently as he screwed her, making her sound like she was speaking some long dead language. Naruto almost decided to simply stop in order to punish the woman for her attempt at separating Tsunade and him. However at that point stopping would almost be a punishment for him as well so settled for talking down to her saying, Look at you. Where are your high standards for how kunoichi should act now? Well?

Koharu didnt respond so Naruto continued adding, I guess deep down youre just a slut that wanted to get off huh. A dirty whore that always wanted to be fucked in her ass but never had the courage to ask.

Thatthats not true, Koharu replied but despite her words gripped the cock inside her all the harder.

Thats not what Im feeling, Naruto said, If anything youre gripping me tighter than before. But maybe we should stop

No, Koharu shouted feeling herself on the edge of an orgasmic bliss undreamed of.

She could almost hear the smile on his face as he said, Then tell me what you are.

Koharu couldnt say it so Naruto stopped. She actually whimpered a sound that in all the battles she had fought in had never once crossed her lips. Naruto began pulling out agonizingly slow saying, Too bad. I bet you were so close too.

Just as the tip of his cock was about to exit her, she shouted, Im a dirty cock loving slut that enjoys being fucked in my ass. Please dont stop. Her answer was Naruto slamming back into her at full force with the fingers in her pussy working overtime. Already near the edge it was only a few moments before she jumped over the cliff she had visualized moments before and screamed her release. The sensation was added too by his releasing his hot cum inside her rectum which triggered an even stronger orgasm which robbed her of conscious thought.

Naruto pulled out after filling her bowels and positive she would remain unconscious for a while headed to her shower. Washing himself and now clear of his anger he felt guilt threatening to overcome him. He supposed it was due to his rough treatment of the woman.

Dressing he returned to the office and saw she was still unconscious but had been joined by Yuugao. He could see some of his release had begun to leak from her ass. Yuugao directed her gaze to him and seeing his face asked, Whats wrong?

Naruto shrugged but said, I guess now that my angers gone I feel like I went too far with her.

Thats to be expected, Yuugao said having seen and heard Naruto. But your response was rather expected as well. In truth, I figured youd be a lot rougher on her. Anything else eating away at you?

Yeah, I suppose the amount of anger I felt has made me feel a little ill at ease as well, Naruto said taking a seat in a chair.

Trying to lighten his mood she said, What youve never gotten angry before?

No, but I guess I just always had Kyuubi to blame when my temper got out of control. But this time it was all me.

Yuugao shook her head and sat in his lap. Making him look at her in the eyes, having lifted her mask, she said, Getting angry when someone threatens the people you love is to be expected. Its what you do with that anger that poses the problems. But speaking as a women and although I know Im not as close to you as Tsunade. Id want you to defend our right to be together in much the same way as you did hers.

Regaining some of his good cheer Naruto said, Thanks Yuugao.

The Anbu Head Captain nodded before placing a light kiss on his lips. Standing she pulled her mask down before asking, What are we going to do with her now?

Well take her to Tsunade and have her teach that Henge she uses. Ill place some orders in her so she wont be able to reveal us to the world. From there well see how she reacts to what we tell her.

And if she refuses to help?

Well cross that bridge when we reach it, Naruto said getting up and whispering some of the commands he wanted her to follow in the sleeping womans ear in order to see if theyll take hold upon waking.

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