"Cedric Rules!" a voice shouted as it passed Harry
"You stink Potter" another laughed sneering at Harry
Harry simply ignored all the voices around him and made his way through the halls making his way to Potions Class
"Today we are going to make a strength potion" Snape muttered "It is a temporary potion that will allow you amazing physical strength for a minute or so. It was not invented so that wizards can have an advantage in muggle activities and brawling like cavemen"
"So using your hands is savage like?" Kakashi muttered in annoyance
Rin smiled and nudged him to be quiet
"Can anybody tell me some of its uses?" Snape asked looking around. As usual Hermione was the first to have her hand up, Rin also had her hand up and some random people
"Miss Parker" Snape decided rather quickly not really caring
"Although wizards have spells to levitate objects, some objects are either too big to levitate and at times some objects would be pushed into the ground thus you'd need to rely on your strength to interact efficiently with them"
"Ten points for Slytherin" Snape nodded in acceptance "Instructions on page 43, ingredients are in cupboard C, begin"
"That could be extremely effective" Rin told Kakashi as they began making the potion "Imagine the strength it would give someone who is already strong"
"I don't think there is anybody here who is strong to our standards" Kakashi scoffed "Spells to levitate objects, such laziness is absurd"
Rin chuckled as she continued her potion with ease, it wasn't always that Rin could enjoy some alone time with Kakashi. Obito or Minato sensei were usually there, it felt nice. Although she no longer had a ridiculous crush on him, she still felt overjoyed when he talked to her as friends and on matters that didn't involve a mission or training. She felt he was somebody she could trust implicitly. Obito was her fun friend who would always cheer her up and make her smile. Kakashi was the friend to trust with a problem and to keep a secret.
"Have you seen how people are acting around Harry?" she asked
Harry, who was sitting a table behind them perked up. He was sitting alone at the farthest table listening in to everybody's conversations since he didn't feel like talking to anybody.
Kakashi nodded "Everybody hates him for cheating"
"He did not cheat" Rin reminded him
"I didn't mean he cheated, I'm sorry I worded it incorrectly" Kakashi replied
"Sheesh Kakashi" Rin sighed "I'm not the Hokage, no need to be so formal"
Kakashi let out a small chuckle and turned to face her "Didn't mean to offend you, Rin"
Rin felt her childish side kick in, Kakashi never addresses her with her name unless he was calling her from a far. A blush rose to her face but thankfully Kakashi had turned away to his pot, maybe she hadn't completely gotten over her crush as she first thought.
"I think everybody is stupid" Rin kept the conversation going, her main reason being getting closer to Kakashi than the matter itself
"We live in a naïve place" Kakashi replied
"Naïve?" Harry growled in annoyance at Kakashi's arrogance
"Not everyone is naïve" Rin said "Our trio friends saw some things from what I've heard"
"Thank you Rin" Harry muttered
"A place is described by the majority not by the few who actually know what the world out there really is" Kakashi noted as he filled up the vial with his potion for grading
Rin doing the same nodded "That is true"
As Harry saw them walking together over to Snape's desk he went over what he heard. So Kakashi doesn't think he is ignorant as he first thought otherwise harry was sure that Kakashi would have voiced his opinion seeing as Kakashi enjoyed ridiculing others he saw fit to degrade. Not that he cared, but he wondered what was going on in his head. Speaking of which he had to tell Kakashi about the dragon soon.
As his thoughts swam in his head Snape called time ordering them to hand in their potions. Thankfully Harry wasn't that distracted and handed in a vial of potion and headed out of the class.
"Kakashi!" Harry called out catching up with Rin and Kakashi
Kakashi and Rin turned around to face him
"If it's not a problem I'd like to Kakashi privately" Harry said
"I'd tell Rin in the end anyway" Kakashi replied before Rin could excuse herself
"Oh ok sure" Harry replied "But we need to talk away somewhere more secluded"
"Any ideas?" Rin asked
Harry nodded and lead them to the clock tower, not a lot of people sat here although Harry enjoyed it
"So what's this about, Potter?" Kakashi asked
"Dragons, that's the first task" Harry immediately cut to the chase
"Really" Rin asked in surprise not expecting such creatures to exist
"Great" Kakashi nodded "Love a good challenge"
"You're crazy you do know that don't you?" Harry deadpanned
"I've been told" Kakashi shrugged "Why are you telling me this?"
"I think you are looking for the word thank you" Harry replied with a smile "Everybody else knows so as to make it fair" he elaborated
"Looks like it's going to be one hell of a tournament, huh?" Rin mused
Harry nodded
"Thanks Potter" Kakashi said as they made their way else where
"We are going to the owlery" Rin informed him "Wanna come with us?"
"No thank you" Harry replied "I have to come up with a plan to beat my dragon, see ya later"
"Thanks again, Harry" Rin said loudly
"Dragons?" Obito repeated in surprise "They exist?"
"Apparently" Kakashi sighed
"Nervous?" Obito smirked
"Hell no" Kakashi replied without skipping a beat "I'm looking forward to the challenge"
"We went to the library but there are no spells that are powerful enough against a dragon, it's a mix of skill and knowledge" Rin replied
"Sounds fun" Kakashi replied nonchalantly
"Let's think about it later" Rin suggested "We got letters from sensei and were waiting for you to open them together"
"I don't understand why we have to read them together" Obito said in confusion
"Told you" Kakashi snorted "Rin and I had an argument all the way up here talking about it"
"I think it would be a nice way to have all of us, including sensei, together in some sort of way" Rin replied
"Homesick huh?" Obito asked in sorrow
"I'm getting used to it though, not as bad as before" she replied with a smile "Anyway here are your letters"
They all crowded next to the fire and began reading their letters in silently
Hey Rin!
I know you miss Konoha and everybody here misses you guys too. However you're strong so I'm sure you'll be fine but if you're ever lonely remember that you have friends in both world now. I'm really happy to see that you're enjoying yourself and have a lot of medical mysteries on your hands, I'm sure you'll come back with loads of knowledge that will help Konoha. Sorry for not telling you about being a runner up for Hokage, speaking of which I was chosen instead of Orochimaru sama! It's just that everything happened so quickly and nothing was certain so I didn't want rumors and ideas to float about. And before you ask Kakashi knows because he asked Kushina about my whereabouts and you can guess the rest I'm sure. Kushina and I are engaged! (I bet you that you said something along the lines of: I told you so, I knew it … ) It's still too early to think of children yet and all that, let's take it one step at a time. You're mom hopes that you are fine and is already planning a huge dinner for Christmas. Your twin brothers say, and I quote "We miss you big sister" and then they started babbling about who knows what. Well they're four so it's to be expected. I know I said it before, you are strong and I have faith in you,
Your most favorite sensei,
Minato
Hey Obito,
I thought only witches fly brooms? I'm kidding, just wrote that to annoy you. Anyway, I can't wait to learn how to ride one, flying sounds like a lot of fun. Don't underestimate wizards just because they don't have physical strength like ours, who knows? Besides you must feel a lot stronger since it was I who taught you and as such I expect you guys to be the best regardless of what world you are in. I'm glad you are making friends, keep it up as it will come handy in the future. I'm going to be the next Hokage! Isn't that great? Also Kushina and I are engaged! I'll tell you the details when you come for Christmas speaking of which your mom is preparing a special dinner for you so heads up. Your brother, Seishu, wishes you good luck as you are going to need it (I'm just writing down his exact words so don't blame me)
Stay strong,
Minato
Hey Kashi,
I'm so happy that you took the time to write to me… Some things never change with you do they? Anyway this is not a pep session but just some words of advice, enjoy yourself and relax, loosen up a bit and have some fun. This competition might be a bit tough but it won't require you to push yourself that hard. In relation to that I'm surprised that you didn't ask me if you could use jutsu, which you can, but try to use it wisely and don't go throwing jutsus left and right. I'm not worried because I know that I can trust you to act in the best way possible and in any situation like usual. I'm going to be the next Hokage and I engaged to Kushina. So much is going on and I can't wait to tell you in person. I expect more than two lines next time and this is a warning. I have faith in you, remember that, if I could bet I would bet my money on you.
Good luck,
Minato
"I can't wait for Christmas" Rin squealed in delight
"I hate my brother!" Obito yelled "Who does he think he is telling I'll need luck, I know he means that I'm an idiot like usual. I'll show him!"
Rin laughed merrily "Well my brother said that they miss me"
"Are you trying to agitate me?" Obito waved his hands frantically, a scowl on his face "Why can't I have a normal person as my brother?"
"Relax Obito" Rin smiled
"And my mom is preparing a big dinner for my arrival" Obito groaned "I was looking forward to relaxing now I'm going to have to entertain and wait hand and foot on my family. I hate formal dinners."
"I'll be suffering with you" Rin joked although she was, unlike Obito excited for the dinner. The best part of Christmas is being with your family and she was glad she would be able to celebrate back home.
"I hate Christmas" Kakashi sighed internally as he watched Obito and Rin talk about their family traditions on Christmas, their parents, siblings and gifts they hope to receive. "At least I have Pakkun"
"Kakashi wanna come?" Obito asked. He could've sworn he saw a flash of sorrow in his friend's eye but like usual it was very small that Obito couldn't be sure
"No thanks, I have plans" Kakashi answered
"Like what?" Rin asked in order to find out whether he said no to Obito due to the fact that he really had plans or didn't want to intrude on Obito's family
Kakashi knew they'd keep badgering him if he didn't tell him so he decided to tell the truth "I'm going to visit my parents" he muttered
"That's nice" Rin smiled sadly
"Well maybe afterwards you can come and sleep over at least" Obito smiled
"We'll see about it" Kakashi replied knowing that Obito wouldn't take no for an answer "Let's just go to sleep"
"You probably miss your parents a lot, Kakashi" Rin thought as she lay in her bed "I promise you I'll help you through your pain…"