I Give Up

Chapter 14

Naruto sat down on the rooftop of the Kazekage Mansion, gazing up at the huge and beautiful moon and stars.

"Gaara?" Naruto called as the redhead approached from behind

"Hm? What is it?" Gaara asked, Naruto turned her head to look at the Red head standing beside her

"Do you think I am too mean? That..... That I am not me? My actions and words earlier.... I...... I just couldn't stop it you know..." Naruto sighed as she brought her knees to her chest and hugged them, resting her chin on her knees

"I have been pretending since I turned 5 years old. Smile even if I am hurting, grinning to hide my pain, be optimistic even if the situation is not salvageable, I forced myself to be brash and an idiot when I am clearly not." Naruto let a tear slipped from her eyes

"I don't understand why my mask just cracked off. I.... I get the fact that earlier I snapped when I got reminded by your people of Konoha. That was.... That was uncalled for but......... I get..... I don't like this feeling Gaara. I don't like the feeling that I am holding myself too high and look down on them. I am judging them and comparing them. That's not me Gaara" Naruto sobbed, the Red head Kazekage did not know what to do

"And the thing is, even if I don't really feel that much sad, I am crying right now. I.... I guess it's... Its from the piled up emotions I locked over the years....I'm pathetic" Naruto sobbed

"I'm truth, I am very concerned about your sudden change of attitude. Believe me that I am uncomfortable at first but I do find it satisfying that you are finally venting you anger, you are letting lose of that anger inside you" Gaara awkwardly placed his hand on Naruto's shoulder

"But it's not alright! Gaara this isn't me...... I... I don't even know who I am anymore...... I..... I...... I don't know what to do" Naruto cried harder

"Naruto, I really don't blame you about your actions at all. I do understand that you are very protective and all, and I am glad I am one of your precious people however I can't pretend that I like being around your 'masked self'. I prepared myself that seeing the real you would really be.... Unexpected, however, it would give me the reassurance that the grief you felt would be set free. Its not healthy to keep it inside you." Gaara said

"..... I did not want to be something I am not, yet who i am?" Naruto hiccuped

"You're a person, the most strongest ninja alive, your parent's so-er daughter, you're Kurama's Jinchuurikis and first partner. And my best friend" Gaara answered

"And your very own person. You can do what you want because it's your life, isn't that what you told me years ago? So why don't you take your advice yourself" Gaara added, Naruto wiped her tears away

"You're right.... Thanks Gaara" Naruto nodded as she looked up the stars

"I will be free! No more pretending! The others could screw themselves! But I will fight my way out of your Fangirl's though. Wanting to take my place and scheme" Naruto laughed

"You're worried about annoyances?" Gaara looked at the blonde incredulously

"No. I'm just worried they'd cry out a river and flood Sunagakura once I am done with them. Remember Gaara! This is a battle of women! We may have come to an agreement to marry each other for each others own gain and benefit but I will not stand in the side to see my husband being harassed by those Shameless bitches! That's a promise Dattebayo!" Naruto said with fire in her eyes

"You do that but no physical violence" Gaara said, feeling a bad premonition

"Who needs fist anyways? I may be my mother's daughter but I am my father's daughter too! And daddy loves dealing with people using words. It's fun that way he said and I agree. Though I prefer using fists, but I can't, these girls are too weak! Just wait Gaara! Watch in the side and let Namikaze Uzumaki Naruto deal with them!" Naruto said willfuly

'........ Then you do that. Venting your anger should do you good. I won't say the same on the other side though' Gaara began lighting candles to the unfortunate souls that became the blonde's target.

[Lighting candles: feeling sorry or pity; wishing you luck to survive the 'calamity']

"I'll definitely use my beauty to make them go green! Sakura used to tell me that when you have beauty, you must gloat and not be humble about it, it would make your competitors feel insecure and cut the competition in half!" Naruto smiled widely

The next morning.

Kankuro, Iruka, and Temari are eating their breakfast while Gaara already left for work. It's already 9 in the morning.

Suddenly, the door opened and out stepped a gorgeous orange haired Goddess. Her beauty is enough to cause the downfall of the Nations. Kankuro spat the milk he was drinking.

What the hell!?! Who is this walking temptation!?!?! Is she planning on chocking me to death!?!? ಠ▃ಠ

"Na.... Na... N-N-Naruto!?!? Is that you!?" Temari stuttered in disbelief

"Of course it's me! I am trying to pave my way and keep the Fangirl's in line, and for Gaara not to lose face! The Kazekage should deserve the best of the best! Including the 'perfect wife'" Naruto grinned mischievously

She let her hair down and in curls with a silver wine designed headband. She wore soft pink eye shadows and black eye liner, pink lips stick, blush, pearl earrings and white kimono with yellow oni, and orange sash. There are lots of autumn leaves patters on the skirt of her kimono and the sleeves, she wore cream brown undergarments. She looked like a fairy that came out of the painting, so enchanting. And mostly, she had a bento box on her hand.

"Later! Wish me luck you know! I'm going to give Gaara his snacks!" Naruto waved as she head off

Naruto walking down the crowded street caused a commotion. With her hair color and choose clothing that reflects the sun, she looked like a flame in the dark. Everyone stopped what they are doing and stare at the Deity that passed them by. The Fangirls jaw dropped and eyes wide as they stared at their enemy in disbelief and unfairness!

Naruto, like a vixen she is, giggled mischievously and tauntingly. She walked with confidence and elegance.

'My mother is one of the most beautiful woman in her prime and my father the most handsome in Konoha. So of course I'd be a beauty! Thankfully, kaa chan had me learn Geisha dances, ways, and movements. Who knew those years of torture would pay off! Got to thank kaa chan later! Be ready Gaara! I am dragging you in my prank, best prepare aspirin Dattebayo!' Naruto smiled widely as she entered the Kazekage tower

"Oh Gaara~ I brought you your favorite snacks! Hope you like them~" Naruto grinned as she watched the Ninjas in the Kazekage's office jaw dropped, even Gaara was stupefied

"Natsume!? What the hell are you doing walking around in.... That" Gaara narrowed his eyes, Naruto raised a brow

"I'm showing off my beautiful body of course! I am announcing it in the world that I am the best wife for you!" Naruto declared loudly and shamelessly

"And you! Lusting after you Kazekage's fiancee! Have some shame!" Naruto pointed at the bleeding noses

"......" well you shouldn't show off in the first place! We may be Ninjas but we're men as well!