I have fianlly added a new chapter-- my writer's block has temporarily given way. Rejoice and review!
If I owned Naruto- I wouldn't be writing fanfic, would I. There is no beta and I am lazy, so there are grammar errors /
Ebisu wandered through the shop looking at the different arrangements; "roses are so overdone. I must be more original. Maybe just the rose stems with thorns. It would be fitting for her shrewishness." He giggled to himself "But hardly something that would impress her."
"Hello Sempai." Ino greeted him cheerfully. "Are you looking for a gift for your girlfriend?"
"Oh, no. This is for Anito-San." He blushed. "I can't decide what she would like though." The Jounin gave a frustrated glance around him at the bright display of flowers.
"Well how about something different? I know Iruka Sensei gave her some pretty cut flowers the other day. But we just received a shipment of live jasmine plants. They would last for years and make Iruka Sensei's gift seem boring in comparison." Ino conspired.
"That sounds like the perfect idea." Ebisu happily paid for the expensive plant and sped off to place the plant in the backyard as a surprise.
Of course, the lazy Jounin strolling down the street witnessed the whole event. "I must tell Iruka-kun of the rival for the fair Anito's affections." He mumbled through his mask and tucked away his favorite orange book, in order to watch the drama.
Iruka impatiently tapped on his desk hoping Kakashi would get to the point of his story before the class began. "So anyway, I think Ebisu wants to score with Anito." Kakashi prattled on.
"What?! Back up, rewind. Ebisu is flirting with my future girlfriend? " Iruka snapped.
"Well, he bought her a nice plant and gossip at the grocer says he made dinner for Anito's family the other night. I think he's trying to muscle in on your claim." Kakashi smirked. "But just to be fair Genma said she was cute." Kakashi paused as Iruka fumed. "And I think a sexy chick like her would be a lot of fun. Maybe I should ask her out too." He grinned.
"You! You gossiping lecher!" Iruka screamed. "Stay way from Anito you damn pervert!" Iruka threw an eraser at the laughing Jounin.
"Yeah, yeah. I'm going. You better bring you're a-Game." He taunted.
"Damn it!" Iruka huffed in irritation. "I won't lose to them. I will win Anito's heart."
Somewhere out in the training field Maito Gai was struck by a sudden urge to spout about the spring of youth, even though he was training alone.
Anito went out to do some weeding in her garden when she noticed the new addition to her backyard. "Isn't this nice. I wonder…"
"Ohayo! Anito-san!" Chirped Ebisu. Making Anito jump.
"You startled me."
"I wanted to surprise you."
"Well you did that." She agreed.
"Do you like the jasmine? I added it this morning." Ebisu did a pose with his hands on his hips, chin struck in the air.
"The jasmine is beautiful Thank you." Anito smiled and bounced a little, making her shapely assets bounce under her tiny shirt. Ebisu was dazzled. His attention drifted to her exposed stomach and the cute, little butterfly jewel winking in her belly button. "Yeah, drool is not a good look on an elite Jounin, mister. I have to finish up some knives for a special order. Here's your chore list. Hentai!" Anito flounced off, Her butt almost hanging out of her Daisy Duke cut-off shorts. Her hair flowing behind her from a high topknot. Poor Ebisu could only stand there for a few minutes trying to stop the blood trickling out of his nose.
Later in the afternoon Naruto stopped by to invite the other blond to a special announcement at the academy. "It's a surprise for, but the Hokage has been planning this announcement for months."
"But should I go?" Anito seemed puzzled. "I'm not a shinobi and out two apprentices are only in the civilian classes at the academy. "
"It's about Iruka." Naruto bounced on his toes barely containing his excitement. "I thought you would want to be there to show support for him. It's a big deal. He is going to be promoted. But he doesn't know it yet." Naruto glanced around hoping no one over heard his excited almost yells.
Anito started to get excited also. "That's so great!" She started bouncing and clapping her hands. The two blondes were eerily similar. "We should give him a gift for congratulations."
'Totally!"
"Party!" They screamed in unison.
"We need ramen…"Naruto began.
"And chocolate cake!" Anito added.
Hito stuck his head in from the side room where he was working at the forge. "I'll set up the Bar-B-Que. pit and get sake. Lots of sake."
"Wow! We should hurry and place orders at some restaurants and the bakery. There's no time to cook all of this."
"Especially the way Chouji eats." Agreed Naruto.
With the help of Nature's clones, they quickly arranged all of the catering. And got the weapons range set up for a big party that night.
Anito dug through her closet and found her silk sari in multi-shades of blue with the matching sequined tube top. Her hair was done up in an elaborate knot with curls spilling down her back. She took one last look in the mirror to make sure she looked absolutely perfect. "Devastating if I do say so myself!" She giggled at her own vanity. She was hosting the party after all, and showing up in a leather black smith's apron would hardly be appropriate. She hurried down to the shop were Hito, Yuni and Sai were waiting impatiently for her.
"It's about time. Let's go." Hito growled, thinking about all the stupid ninjas he would have to beat away from his sister. His forge hammer might see some use soon.