She got up and turned on her heels to return to her home. Kakashi suddenly whipped out a hand and grabbed her wrist firmly. Fury hesitated then turned to see Kakashi giving her a warning look. She was puzzled then she heard the sudden soft crunch of foot on gravel.
Kakashi got up and dragged her into a bush. It was a small one so the both of them were squeezed together. Fury felt a tingle when Kakashi breathed down her neck softly.
Reaching out and careful not to rustle the bush, she used a finger to part out some leaves. Kakashi leaned his face and bumped his sharp cheek on hers.
Suddenly, a high and cheerful laugh came from above them. Fury's mouth dropped open as she recognized the voice and saw Whirl walking side by side with a tall brown-haired ninja. Genma Shiranui.
Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Kakashi's eye widened in surprise. From one side, she could see his lips edged from his mask. Suppressing the urge to kiss him in the lips, she turned to her friend and Genma who had stopped under a tree.
'OK,' Fury breathed out loud, fuming. 'If they are deciding to kiss then they've gone too far–it's only their first date. What if he start stripping her next in front of us?'
Kakashi cocked his head. 'It's our first date too and we've kissed.' He pointed out, brushing aside the fact that a pretty blush was spreading across Fury's cheek. 'Besides, Genma isn't a pervert. He won't start stripping some girl he hasn't ever really met.'
Fury frowned, thinking what Kakashi said was right. Her friend was happy that she was actually going out with an attractive guy and she, her best friend, was happy for her too. Maybe she was a bit over-protective of her. She lifted her head then nearly shrieked.
The dark shade of the tree prevented anyone from seeing what Genma was doing with Whirl. But Fury happened to have eyes of fire that see through darkness. She watched as Genma slowly moved his lips over Whirl's gentle ones.
Just then, she felt Kakashi's hand on her back. She looked at him and he gave a glance she couldn't read. Then, without warning, he leaned over and threw his masked lips on her mouth. Fury panicked as her leg slipped and the both of them hit the ground.
Miraculously, Kakashi had managed not to make a single noise that could arouse suspicion. He pushed on her mouth and a finger traced over Fury's jaw line. Evidently, he was completely thrown by her looks as his hand settled on the place between her neck and cheek.
'Genma…' Fury and Kakashi stopped and looked from the bush. His hand immediately flew over her shoulders. Genma had unplugged his mouth from Whirl's and now his hands were wrapped lovingly over her. She had her gentle smile on her face and their bodies were too close, Fury noted.
'Too bad I'm not that romantic.' A sarcastic voice whispered in her ear. She jumped and turned her head. Kakashi arched his eyebrow and came closer. 'I bet you're disappointed.'
Automatically, Fury half-shook her head and he grinned. His lips were once again on hers before she knew it. Hoping to have no interruptions this time, Fury clung at his muscled upper arms and pulled him closer. Obeying her thoughts, he cocked his head sideways and slowly tugged at his mask.
The mask slipped and Fury bumped into Kakashi's soft lips. They were moving and chewing away at her mouth and she couldn't help but enjoy it. Though if any boy had done that to her, she would have set him on fire without mercy.
When they pulled apart, Fury sneaked one more look from the bush. Genma planted a kiss on Whirl's neck and they set down a path. There was a rustle beside her and she saw Kakashi advancing out of the bush.
She raised herself then Kakashi stuck out a hand and she took it. He tactfully helped her out.
'Do you still want breakfast?' he asked teasingly. Fury smiled and nodded.
'I don't feel going back now anyway, not after seeing Whirl in this state.' She said defensively, hoping Kakashi would not suspect that in truth, she wanted to be with him.
He smiled and they sauntered away without bothering following the path. The both of them had no intention of obeying rules at this time.
Part 6
Fury cautiously looked into the ramen shop and thankfully, Naruto wasn't there. Kakashi passed her some money and she slipped into the stall alone. She ordered a take-away but decided against getting one for Kakashi since he wouldn't ever literally take off his mask in public to eat.
The old man handed over a steaming container and she tipped the money into his hand. She sneaked out quietly and nearly tripped over Kakashi who was leaning nonchalantly beside the stall.
He caught her and smiled amusingly. She scowled a bit. 'I think I'd better take this back to the Power House and say I got it early in the morning. It'd avoid awkward questions.'
Kakashi's smile disappeared and he looked at her worriedly. 'Shouldn't I take you home? I mean, it's still dark in the forest.' He said.
'Nah, I'll handle it myself. Your arrival, either noticed or unseen, would arouse suspicion anyway if I bump into Whirl. But it's sweet of you to be concerned.' She added lightly and kissed him.
She leaped on a roof, waved at Kakashi and continued leaping on roofs and trees. Kakashi watched her black figure getting smaller and smaller every second. Suddenly, he was aware of someone behind him.
He turned casually and opened the lid of a woven wicket basket. 'Naruto, Sakura, this is a pleasant surprise. Or not,' he greeted bluntly.
Naruto jumped out of the basket with Sakura beside him. The pink-haired Genin peered at her sensei eagerly. 'So did it go well? Did she say anything interesting?' she gushed. Naruto smirked at his sensei and nodded at Sakura's words.
Kakashi sighed and looked at the roof Fury had leaped on. 'That's strictly none of your business. You shouldn't be tailing me anyway, older grown-ups' actions are not fit for young eyes.' He said, turning to leave.
'Oh, you mean like kissing Fury in the mouth and talking about love?' Naruto asked sarcastically. Kakashi froze in his steps, he looked back at Naruto.
'Really! Is this a good time?' he started. Sakura tapped her foot impatiently.
'C'mon, Kakashi sensei! You enjoy being with Fury even if you don't show it, she's perfect for you.' She cried over-enthusiastically. 'She likes very much and you can't build up your courage to actually confess your feelings?'
'Well, I'll think about it…'
Naruto growled. "You always say that but you never do ANYTHING!' he shouted at Kakashi who sighed again.
'Look I just…just need time to think, okay?' he said looking thoroughly bored. 'And what does it matters, we kissed, that means we're in love. She doesn't need confessions to know that.'
Sakura rolled her eyes expertly. 'That's what men think but girls think that a true confession means the guy is totally in love with her. You read pervert books, you're supposed to know!' she shrieked at her not-so-genius sensei.
Kakashi pinched the bridge of his nose. 'Girls! Alright, I'll choose a good time to say it to her.'
'That's more like it!' Sakura and Naruto grinned at each other. Kakashi groaned and sighed for the third time.
*
'So how did it go?' an irritated but eager voice whispered through the darkness when Fury slipped through the back door. She jumped and automatically produced a fireball in her palm.
'Rush!' she exclaimed. 'What are you–? How did you–?'
Rush, grinning from ear to ear, ignored her splutters. 'Don't sweat it! I saw you slip out with that gray-haired c–, I mean, person.' He stopped himself as he was about say the word 'creep'. He was over Fury but couldn't help feeling irate that she was getting on well with Kakashi Hatake.
Fury looked around the kitchen helplessly and switched on the lights. Rush raised his eyebrows when he saw the polystyrene container of ramen. She opened it on a table and picked up her chopsticks.
'You didn't answer my question!' Rush said urgently. Fury gave him an evil glare and he subsided.
'You ready to answer now?' he asked timidly when she had finished her breakfast. When she didn't answer, Rush grinned and reached into his pocket. Fury looked up quickly and in Rush's hand was a sideways picture of Kakashi smiling. He waved it imperiously, 'If you want this Kakashi picture, you'll need to answer me!'
Fury closed her eyes. 'Bribes does NOT work on me! But, if you're so interested…'
She leaned close and Rush followed suit eagerly. He nearly slipped from his chair when he knew that Whirl was out with Genma but all he said was 'Dense is going to freak out.' and continued listening to his ex-crush and her date.
Fury watched Rush closely while she related her first date. His face was enthusiastic but his eyes were a bit cold and he reeked with jealousy.
'Rush, are you okay?' Fury asked mockingly when she had finished and her friend looked letdown. He nodded moodily and stared at the clock. She sighed and stood up, 'Come here.' She beckoned him to the kitchen.
'What?' he demanded then nearly fainted when her lips suddenly brushed against on his cheek.
Fury pulled back and his face was turning tomato red. 'I figured that since we've had crushes and never actually kissed, this one is just one to prove we're done.' She whispered gently.
'But you're going out with–' Rush couldn't get out the words instead he just smiled embarrassedly and rubbed his right cheek. Fury shrugged and lightly punched him.
'Forget it. I'm going for a shower.' She said as if the whole thing never happened.
Just as Fury disappeared into her room, the kitchen door clicked for the second time and Rush spun around shocked, expecting to see Kakashi. But he saw a tuft of brown hair peeking out and sighed in relief.
'Whirl?' he called out. 'It's me.' Whirl breathed out and called his name.
'I don't think this is such a good idea,' a different yet familiar voice caught Rush's ears. He turned away and grinned. Genma, of course. Thank goodness Kakashi isn't as sweet as he is, he thought darkly.
Melting away in the shadows, he left a flustered Whirl and a dazed Genma alone to talk. Just in time, Fury flounced out of her bedroom, tying her hair while trying to smooth down her shirtdress. Stuffed in the pocket was her headband.
'Is this necessary?' Rush grimaced. Fury shook her head at him and glanced at the kitchen, she shot him a meaning look. He nodded and the both of them suppressed chuckles.
'Rush, Fury, nice to meet, isn't it?' Dense's voice snickered testily. They turned wildly to see Dense leaning against his bedroom door, arms folded.
'Ah…' Fury darted away from him. Rush was left to bicker with him. She decided to take a long long walk away from the house for a while. At least there might something more interesting.
Part 7
Whirl frowned and looked down at the cards in her hand. No way was she going to lose again. To a jerk like Flash.
'Well, Whirl, are you going to deal?' snickered Flash, tapping at his perfect set of cards. The other forty-one teenagers looked intently at Whirl who was grinding her teeth. Not this time, no, someone help me! She pleaded.
BANG!
They swiveled around and saw a worn-out Fury standing at the doorway. Flash was annoyed. 'Fury, close the door, there's a draft in here.' Fury growled and shot a ball of fire at him.
'Guys, I just met Shizune and she told me the Fifth Hokage wanted to see us for an urgent mission.' She gasped out. Whirl threw down the cards on the table.
'YEESS!!' She shrieked and jumped to her feet. The others put on expressions of surprise and got up to follow Fury to meet the Hokage.
'Did Shizune say what the mission was about?' Rush asked quickly.
'No. But apparently it's very important and we're having another team of ninja escorting us.' Fury informed him, lightening her hands in the dark forest. Rush asked again who the team was but she shrugged and strolled on.
Finally, they reached the Hokage office. Shizune opened the door and led them in. Fury, Rush and Whirl froze in shock when they saw Kakashi, Naruto, Sakura and Sasuke waiting impatiently in front of Tsunade's desk.
The Fifth Hokage looked up at them impatiently. 'Finally, you're here. I've got a very dangerous S-ranked mission for all for you.' She snapped.
'The Akatsuki again?' Flash said. The Fifth Hokage nodded irritably and started to explain the mission.
'We got a tip-off from Jiraiya that a criminal had joined the Akatsuki. This new recruit is very dangerous.' She warned. 'He doesn't have a name but we know that he was from Kirigakure. He's a very accomplished ninja but was banished from the village when discovered he was serving as a spy from another criminal organization. The village turned him out before the organization could use his information to attack the village.'
She paused and gave the group a sharp glance. 'Your mission is to hunt him down and kill him before he starts a death war between the Five Great Shinobi Nations.'
Sasuke's eyebrows tightened. 'A death war between the Five Great Shinobi Nations? That's quite impossible.' He said.
The Fifth Hokage closed her eyes and grunted. 'Don't forget he's a top ninja and high-leveled S-ranked criminal. And he's got the Akatsuki to back him up anytime.'
'Don't worry, we're on it.' Naruto said confidently. She smiled at him and dismissed the meeting.
Naruto laughed out loud when they were out of the building. 'Finally, a new mission. An S-ranked one too.'
'The Fifth Hokage really thinks we could handle it?' wondered Sakura worryingly.
Dense grinned. 'Of course, that's why she had us put together.' Sasuke nodded but said nothing more.
Kakashi moved closer to Fury. 'Are you worried?' he said teasingly.
Fury smiled. 'No, just a bit nervous that's all. I mean, the Akatsuki is big business.' She said, pushing back her hair. Kakashi gave her a quick kiss on the cheek and moved back to his three genins.
Sakura punched him on the arm. 'So did you say anything to her?' she hissed eagerly. Naruto stopped laughing and acting maniacally to listen. Even Sasuke paused ignoring them for a moment.
Kakashi avoided their curious eyes. 'No, I didn't.' Naruto gave an exasperated 'Arrgghh!' and sent a violent punch at him, which he dodged quickly.
'Better save that strength for the mission, Naruto,' Sasuke said in a bored voice. Rush chose that moment to appear beside them.
'He's right but I would have done the same if it wasn't for that mission.' He said, throwing a filthy look at Kakashi. Kakashi knew that he still had feelings for Fury so he said nothing. Whirl was just behind Rush and she saw their expressions.
She thumped Rush on the arm. 'Cool it! She's with him and he cares for her.' She reminded him.
'Probably not as much as I do.' He grinded. A strong surge of air swept around his feet and Whirl nearly tripped. 'I would have been hers if he hadn't cut into her life. I should have revealed my feelings sooner.' He said regretfully.
'That was your mistake.' She replied.
Sakura and Naruto exchanged puzzled looks. Sakura worked this out in silence. So Rush liked Fury and she liked Kakashi, privately, Sakura thought that Fury and Kakashi made a great pair. However, she didn't think he would make a great father to any kid.
'Hey, Sakura, you coming?' Sasuke's voice shook her out of her thoughts. She smiled sweetly at him and followed her team on a different path from the forty-four teenagers.
Back at the Power House, Rush confronted Fury in a dark corner of the house. She had a slightly dazed look after Kakashi had kissed her on the cheek and Rush wasn't going to let it go on. 'Fury, do you really like him?' he asked timidly.
