Building the Yellow Brick Road by LittleOne94

Chapter 12 : Summons

It turned out Deidara had picked Sasori up as he retreated. So luckily all Gaara had had to do was damage control for a few days and amp up security. The lecture Gaara's older 'brother' had given the shinobi on 'looking up!' and 'learn what animals are native to Suna!' had been amusing to listen to. Especially when compared to Gaara's quiet reprimands and praises.

Arriving at Gaara's place, invitation in hand, Harry wondered if Gaara and Sasori were the only cute Suna-nin in existence. Mr Scowl definably wasn't winning any points in his book, as they were led to the dinning room.

"Welcome Ryuu-sama" welcomed Gaara as Ryuu entered the dining room. Making Harry freeze immediately and pin Gaara in place.

Sama huh? He'd have to tell Siri about that one. Thought Harry, eyeing the Gaara imposter off. "Who are you and what having you done to Gaara-chan?"

"What are you implying twerp!" demanded Temari immediately, while Kankuro was just amused at the newcomers reaction. Most would preen being referred to as 'sama' by a kage. The guys face was amusing too.

"The last time I was saw Gaara, he swore he was never going to call anyone 'sama' again."

"I did say that after the last assassination attempt." Confirmed Gaara, remembering the time well; after that day, he had never graced his sire with the title again "But times have changed. I grew up."

"And found a dream I see, Mr Kage~" Harry replied, relaxing. The last time they were together like this was when Gaara's dad had thought sending his kid to the Land of Swamps would mean Gaara or his tenant couldn't use their sand. He hadn't counted on 'Ryuu' or Itachi showing up to the rescue apparently. The fact the incident was covered up meant only he Gaara and Itachi were aware what had happened and who was involved.

"Still just Gaara for you Ryuu-chan." Reminded Gaara, as they all sat down and dinner was served. Throughout the whole conversation so far Sasuke had been silent. Had been really since Harry's revelation on what was really going on with Itachi.

"Your eyes are changing Sasuke" commented Gaara happily, as Sasuke looked at him curiously. "The darkness has receded a great deal since we last met." He elaborated. Causing Ryuu-chan to smile happily while Sasuke didn't know what to do.

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~20 Minutes Later~

"What would you say is your most notable trait? What defines you?" asked Kankuro, after they had finished dinner Temari had left to finish up on some paperwork, leaving Kankuro, Gaara and this Ryuu guy to get drunk and play 20 questions, ninja style, while Sasuke what on in amusement. They weren't allowed to lie but still had to retain their secrets.

"The one thing that I would say defines me lately is I tend to buy more books than I can read or finish lately." Replied Harry sheepishly with his half-truth; He'd been doing it a lot over the years with Sasuke but it didn't define him. Seeing Gaara smirk as his turn came, Harry worried what he would be asked by his mischievous friend.

"How did you lose your virginity?" inquired Gaara, already knowing the answer.

"Camping" Harry deadpanned, wishing he hadn't cast that truth spell now.

"What is the name of the individual you lost your virginity to?"

"…" he knew there were different kinds of virginity and so could avoid answering. Wishing Gaara would give up turned out to be for naught as his brother decided to join in on the fun.

"What is the name of the individual you lost your first sexual penetrative virginity to?"

"Itachi Uchiha." He was so getting revenge for this. Gaara and Kankuro are so gonna get a sex change!