Kanojo Hisoka

Valentine's Day

A Holiday Special

Itachi stared intensely at the stand full of chocolates. They came in different flavors and shapes and he wasn't sure which one to choose from. Each year it became more difficult for him to choose one for his girlfriend. The past two years weren't easy and this year wasn't looking all too easier either. Itachi inwardly sigh in frustration. He wasn't really good at this. Maybe he should look elsewhere. The Yamanaka flower shop had to many options that it was overwhelming for him. Just as he was about to leave the manager appeared with a mischievous glint in her sky blue eyes.

"Where are you going Itachi? You've forgotten to buy something for a certain medic." Ino pointed out bluntly. It was mid morning and she's been selling chocolates, flowers, teddy bears, gift cards, and even some of her old unused jewelry left and right. She was making a pretty penny for sure.

Oh, how she loved Valentine's Day.

The day of love and the coming together of lovers.

It was one of her favorite holidays and she always dressed up for it. She was wearing a soft pink baby doll dress with matching heels, her hair was held up in a bun with her long bangs framing her beautiful face. Her make up was light and pretty. She had a date later on with a lucky shinobi she liked very much. She couldn't wait to see what surprises he had in store for her tonight. But that wasn't until later, now she had to get a sale out of Itachi, one of her best customers. She knew he had difficulty with figuring out which gift was the best for his girlfriend, so she usually ended up selling him everything. His paranoia was easy to play on.

"Hm, at this rate she would be expecting a ring by now." Ino thought out loud as she ponder on the best types of chocolates for Itachi's girlfriend this year. Itachi stiffen at Ino's comment. It left him feeling uncomfortable.

Did Kagome really expect a ring by now?

The thought slightly terrified Itachi. Here he was fretting over chocolates and flowers when something far more intense was awaiting him. He hadn't thought about marriage and neither did Kagome since she never mentioned it before. This was worrisome. Had Kagome said something about marriage to her friends and Ino had been the bravest of them all to hint at him Kagome's secret desires? He had to find out.

"A promise ring, you mean?" He questioned with slight hesitation. He could feel his mouth go dry from just asking. This was so out of character for him. Ino brought her attention to him and furrow her brows.

"Well I was thinking about something more official than a promise ring, you two have been together for almost three years, right? Don't you think Kagome wants more out of this relationship? I know I would by this time." Ino asked in return with a raised brow. Itachi's spine stiffen at the direct question about his relationship with Kagome.

Maybe Ino was right.

Ino felt Itachi's nervous energy, something rare to see in the Uchiha Heir. Maybe she should help him out, just like she did every year. After all he was her best customer. She would like to think that she was Itachi's guardian of love. He also needed the help so desperately too; she was the one for the job.

"I'll tell you what Itachi. My lunch break is in an hour, we can search for the perfect gift for Kagome then. A gift that conveys your feelings properly. For now though, how about you buy three dozen roses, this adorable teddy bear and this large chocolate case for Uchiha-san?" Ino offered brightly with a wide smile. Itachi smiled in bemusement. Ino was always swindling him unnecessarily, but she was offering to help him find a gift for Kagome and it would be a nice surprise for mother. He nodded his head in agreement.

Ino gathered the items up and rang them up at the counter. Itachi barely flinched at the price before paying the fee in full. "Remember to come back in an hour!" Ino exclaimed sternly as she waved him out the door. He nodded before making his way home to avoid the wide-eyed stares of strangers in the street. His arms were full of gifts and several girls eyed him with envy to however they were for.

"Looks like Ino got to you again this year dear cousin. When will you learn?" Itachi peaked through his gifts to see his older cousin, Shisui. The taller Uchiha had an amused expression on his face. Itachi smiled gently. "She's a good friend. She also has exceptional taste when it comes to affairs such as these." Itachi explained lightly as they both made their way to the Uchiha compound. "Are those for Kagome?" Shisui asked in wonder, his tone neutral as it always was when it came to Kagome. Itachi felt his smile disappear at the sound of his cousin's tone before shaking his head. "For mother." He replied simply.

Shisui smiled at that information in approval. He may not think that Kagome was the one for him, but he did not protest his relationship. His older cousin has always remained neutral to the situation, but it would have been nice to have his support. "Great minds think alike, although your gift is outlandish than mine." Shisui stated with a grin as he pulled out a dozen roses and a long velvet box. "I bought Auntie Mikoto these beauties and I also bought her this stunning necklace during my last mission to Stone Country a month ago." Shisui bragged shamelessly. "We'll see who her favorite will be this year, eh, Itachi?" He wagered with good nature. Itachi smiled at his cousin's antics. "I'm sure she will be impress by it." He stated.

"I hope so, your father always seems to top the both of us, but not this year!" Shisui proclaimed energetically. "That is her husband, so I would hope so." Itachi stated with a raised brow. "You should really direct all this effort into someone you're interested in besides my mother." Itachi added soon after as they approached his home. As Itachi enter the main door he felt Shisui stop behind him. Turning around he saw his cousin crouched down to the ground in despair near the bushes. Itachi sweat drop lightly at the pathetic sight. There was an air of self-pity floating around his cousin.

"I couldn't do that to Auntie Mikoto. She's been my valentine every year since I was four. It would break her heart if I redirected my attention to another woman." He admitted with great horror. Retreating from his self-pity, Shisui followed Itachi into the manor. The manor was empty at the moment. Itachi placed his gifts in the living room on top of an empty table. He arranged it neatly so when his mother arrived it would be the first thing she sees. Itachi scanned the room for any sight of his father's gift. It was usually over the top and mother always grew excited for them. To say the least Valentine's Day was Mikoto's favorite holiday.

All the male relatives knew to gift her with a valentine's day gift, small or large. It was also out of respect for the current Matriarch of their clan and his mother loved every moment of it. The clan might as well rename Valentine's Day to Mikoto's Day. "Uncle Fugaku's gift isn't around I see. I checked the entire manor." Shisui proclaimed in wonder. "It must be something big, Itachi." He exclaimed in worry. Itachi didn't doubt that for a second. When it came to showering his mother with gifts he was exceptional at it like a fine art.

"Knowing father it would arrive sometime tonight." Itachi revealed. "I have to go meet Ino. If you see mother tell her I will be back this evening." Shisui nodded his head before waving Itachi off.

"So that is how you break one of the less complicated cursed seals known to man." Tsunade explained as she and her pupil watch the seal come undone before their very eyes. The willing patient was a victim of an attack a few weeks ago from a rogue shinobi during his travels. Apparently an old rival of his paid the rogue shinobi to curse his vanity for stealing his wife. He tried everything and everyone to undo the curse that made him terribly ugly. A few moments later he glanced into a mirror and smiled in joy. He was back to his handsome self and it was all thanks to the Godaime and her pupil. "Thank you so much!" He exclaimed in pure joy and gratitude. "I will be sure to pay you handsomely." He added soon after.

"No problem, but next time I would suggest stealing another man's wife if I were you. I won't be so pleasant the next time this happens." Tsunade bit out with narrowed eyes. Kagome laughed behind her smile as she wrote down the last of the instructions into her notepad. "I promise, but I should return home now. It is Valentine's Day after all. My wife would be expecting me." He stated before excusing himself.

At the mention of Valentine's Day, Kagome stiffen in horror. "It's Valentine's Day, today?" She exclaimed in worried. Tsunade titled her head in thought as she counted today's date. "Yes, it seems it would be Valentine's Day. How horrid." She muttered out sourly. "I forget that happens once a year this time around." The Hokage stated lightly with a shrug, causing Kagome to sweat drop at her Shishou's total lack of a love life.

"I totally forgot and didn't plan anything for Itachi, never mind getting him a gift." Kagome exclaimed in panic. Tsunade raised an amused brow at her pupil. "We've been so busy the past two weeks with your training that we completely overlooked the holiday. Learning how to undo cursed seals is very complicated and requires precise chakra control. You have been doing well so far, so why don't you go home early today. We can start again tomorrow morning." Tsunade stated with a smile. Kagome smiled brightly before hugging Tsunade tightly. "Thank you, thank you, thank you!" She muttered out rapidly before speeding her way out the hospital room.

"Young love these days," Tsunade started before shaking her head. "How sickening." She added soon after in sarcasm.

It was already well into the afternoon and Kagome could not find any open reservations at any of their favorite restaurants. The owners told her their restaurants have been book for weeks in advance for Valentine's Day. So now she had to activate plan B, which was cooking a romantic dinner. She ran to her kitchen to check her cabinets and fridge for dinner ideas. At the sight of the empty shelves filled with cups of instant ramen noddles and the fridge barren, Kagome grunted in annoyance. "I haven't gone food shopping in two weeks. I was surviving off ramen since I was so busy studying and training with Shishou." She exclaimed in complete distress. It was three o'clock now. If she ran to the store and returned within the hour she could have a decent dinner ready by seven.

"That's what I'll do. I'll send Itachi a note letting him know." Kagome muttered to herself as she wrote him a note. She summoned a messenger bird and attached the note to the strap on his ankle. "Take this to Itachi, okay. Thanks!" She waved happily as the messenger bird flew to find Itachi's chakra signature. Kagome wasted no time heading to the market. She was going to make this dinner the best Itachi has ever had.

Kagome frowned as she impatiently waited on line. There was only one cashier working today and the line was moving slowly. The older woman was sure taking her time. Kagome sigh as she stared at her cart of food. It was filled to the brim with an assortment of different kinds of meat ranging from chicken to fish, bags of rice, herbs and spices, different flavors of saké, sweet cakes, ingredients to make dango, and more sake. She had a feeling she was going to need it to calm her nerves down. Kagome glanced at her watch and chewed her bottom lip when she saw that it was a quarter past four.

She prayed for a miracle to happen.

"Hey Kimiko-san, I am here to cover the rest of the shift." A young woman stated with a smile. Kagome perked her head up and saw a younger woman replace the older woman's place. 'Oh, thank Buddah!' Kagome exclaimed in her mind. The woman was already taking care of customers within minutes. Before she knew it she was next to purchase her items. "Do you need some help carrying those groceries home ma'ma. We can lend you the cart." The woman offered generously. Kagome shook her head with a smile. "No, thanks. This isn't really heavy to me!" She replied as she effortlessly held all her groceries with both her hands. The woman and the some of the citizens on line were amazed at her strength. "See, it's as light as a feather." Kagome commented before bidding her goodbye and a happy Valentine's Day.

Racing home, Kagome hastily unpacked the groceries. She didn't have time to put them away just yet and took out only what she planned to cook with. She started off with the rice. She set a pot to boil and went to prepare the rice for washing before dumping it into the pot. Once she set it to cook, she moved on to the next item. She was torn between what sort of meat to cook. "Which one is more appropriate for a romantic setting." She thought out loud. She stared at the packages meat intensely. She wanted something light and fulfilling. She eyed the fish a little longer than the others and decided the fish would be perfect. She would season the salmon and bread before frying. She went to work on that but didn't fry it until the rice was done cooking. In the meanwhile, she prepared to make dango. It was Itachi's favorite.

As everything was cooking, Kagome pulled out a bottle of saké. She poured herself a hearty glass and drank it one shot. She was pretty tolerable when it came to liquor, something she had come to acquire from her Shishou over the years. She took another shot before checking the food one last time before heading to take a quick shower. It didn't hit her until she was half way through her shower. She didn't have anything to wear. In her sudden realization she slipped in the tub and fell hard on her bottom. "Why am I so clumsy?" Kagome cried out in misery as she picked herself up and healed her wounded bum with some chakra.

Rummaging through her closet, Kagome became frustrated. She didn't like anything in her closet at the moment. She decided to take a breather. It was until she took that breather when she smelt something burning. Her face scrunched up in confusion before her eyes widen in horror. "My rice!" She screamed before running to the kitchen and turning off the fire. There was a black cloud of smoke ascending to the ceiling once she opened the lid. She quickly opened a window to let out the smoke all the while coughing her lungs out. "Why am I such a horrible cook?" Kagome questioned Buddah as she quickly threw the burned rice out and started on a new pot.

She glanced at the clock and knew the rice wasn't going to be ready before seven. It was already five past six.

"Don't panic." Kagome told herself sternly. She took a breather before pouring herself another shot of saké to calm her nerves down. She was not going to ruin this night. She was going to make a decent meal and have a damn good time with her boyfriend. "I'll just finish this bottle since there's only a bit left." Picking up the bottle of saké, Kagome drank straight from the bottle. She soon found out that there was a little bit more than just a bit left in the bottle.

"Alright, I got to find an outfit first then I can come back to fry the fish and make the dango. We can skip on the rice, maybe." Kagome pondered as she ran back to her room to find something to wear. Ten minutes later, a frustrated Kagome threw the last item of clothing she tried on. "That isn't going to work." She mumbled in displeasure. Deciding to put on her underwear and bra, Kagome came upon a piece of lingerie. It was black with pink ribbons lacing the front and back. It was something she had bought on a whim a few months ago, but she never used it due to her shyness.

Maybe, she could wear it for tonight. Kagome decided to try it on at least to make a decision. It fit like a glove surprisingly well. It was a lacy body suit style lingerie that had a deep v-neck plunge that ended below her navel. The pink ribbons decorated the front nicely and accentuated her figure. She felt incredibly sexy in it. This was the one. She would wear this. She quickly did her make up and brushed out her hair before pulling it up into a messy bun. Her make up was light, nothing too dramatic because she didn't want to take away from the outfit.

She grabbed a pair of black heels and her robe before scurrying to the kitchen to finish up dinner. Fry fish and dango would have to do for tonight. The rice was a disaster. She hoped he didn't mind.

It was nearing seven and the food was finally ready. She had put her heels on and kept her robe on to surprise him at the perfect moment. She had decorated her coffee table and covered it with white silk linen. She spread rose petals all over the table and floor with lit candles. The scenery was beautiful and very romantic. She was proud of what she accomplished. She felt guilty for forgetting, but she hoped she could make up for it. She went into the kitchen to plate the food and placed them down on the coffee table alongside the bottle of saké.

Kagome felt her nerves again when she saw the time nearing to seven. Ten more minutes and Itachi would be here. Kagome planned to take another swing of saké before greeting him. She plan to take off her robe as soon as the door open. It was a bold move, but she was excited to try something new. Suddenly there was a knock at the door and Kagome nearly felt her heart jump out her chest. "This is it. No backing down now." She quickly took another swing of the sake before walking towards the door with the up most confidence.

Opening the door, Kagome shrugged her shoulders to show the lingerie she wore underneath. "Happy Valentine's Day," she mewed in a husky voice while smiling seductively to the best of her abilities. She even gave Itachi her best bedroom hooded eyes. She felt sexy and confident, until her eyes widen in sheer horror. "Uh, Ka-ka-kagome!" Kagome blushed furiously as she let out a mortified scream at the sight of Neji. He was definitely not Itachi! His fair complexion had gone terribly red and his eyes had widen in shock. He dropped the gifts he had in hands in favor of covering his nose from a sudden nosebleed at the sinful sight the medic made.

Why was Buddha punishing her? All she wanted was to impress Itachi and feel sexy and confident for one day.

Kagome quickly grabbed her robe and put it back on to cover up. She hid behind her door frame in embarrassment. "Neji, I'm sorry. I-I wasn't expecting you." She started timidly. She almost forgot his nosebleed and quickly brought him inside so she could get him some napkins. Within five minutes he stopped bleeding. Kagome could tell her was also embarrassed. "That was so awkward, Neji, I am so, so, so, so sorry!" Kagome pleaded with apologetic eyes. Neji averted his gaze after he couldn't handle seeing her dolled up so beautifully. "It's alright. I just came to drop off your gifts." He started as he motion to the fallen pink rose and box of chocolates by her front door. Kagome smiled before walking over to retrieve them. Her first Valentine's Day gift of the day. She felt terrible now. She didn't have anything in return for him.

"Aw, that is so sweet of you Neji. Thank you, I love them." Kagome chimed softly as she held them near here heart. She frown slightly before telling him she didn't had time to get him or the others any gifts. "I totally forgot today was Valentine's Day. I was scurrying as it was earlier to prepare this much. I've been so busy studying and training with Tsunade that I lost track of time." She revealed with a sigh. "It's alright, Kagome." Neji offered with a small smile.

"I should be on my way. I've already ruined your night as it is." Neji stood and ready himself to leave. Kagome shook her before placing her gifts down to hug her best friend. "You didn't ruin anything Neji. I'm actually glad it was you and not some random person. I trust you." Kagome whispered into his ear before smiling and placing a kiss onto his cheek. Neji relished in the moment before staring into her eyes deeply. Kagome found herself slightly memorized by his eyes and the intensity of his stare. It sent a shiver down her spine, but she wasn't sure if it was a bad thing. She felt him leaning forward and quickly snapped herself back to reality. Itachi, she thought with panic. Kagome pulled back and gently pushed away. "Itachi will be here any moment, Neji." Kagome informed him. Neji felt defeated, but knew it was wrong to try a kiss her.

"I'll see you around, Kagome." He stated before leaving.

Kagome sigh in relief. She almost let him kiss her. She didn't know what terrified her more, Itachi catching them or her actually considering it.

"This night is a disaster." Kagome moaned unhappily.

"I think the night has only just begun." Kagome stiffen in surprise at the sound of Itachi's voice. "Itachi!" She exclaimed in surprise as she turned around to see him standing by her balcony glass door with a dozen roses in hand. "I'm sorry I'm late. I had a few obstacles on my way here." He apologized sincerely. Kagome felt her heart race a mile a minute. She hoped he didn't see anything that had transpired between her and Neji a few moments ago. "It's okay." She shyly stated with a small smile. As if forgetting something she quickly remembered her plan to seduce him.

"Itachi close your eyes for a second." She asked bluntly. Itachi raised a brow in wonderment before conceding with her wish. "Okay, open them now." He heard her voice say in a husky tone.

He opened his eyes and they widen at the sight that met him.

He felt his face heat up.

"Happy Valentine's Day." She mewed out perfectly before walking over to him with a deep sway to her hips. He felt his mouth go dry and his hold on the roses fell from his hand. He momentarily forgot about the black velvet box hidden within the dozen roses he had spent the last couple of hours shopping for with Ino. The blonde kunoichi said it was the perfect engagement ring for Kagome to convey his true feelings for her. But all of that was lost when he laid eyes upon her.

"A very Happy Valentine's Day indeed." He thought before the two came in for a deep kiss.

A/N: Just a special chapter I wrote today since it's Valentine's Day! I really hope you guys enjoyed it. The events in this chapter took place four months before Itachi broke up with Kagome in the first chapter of Kanojo Hisoka,if anyone was wondering about that. Obviously, Itachi doesn't propose to Kagome that night like he had originally planned and we all now why that happened.

Happy Valentine's Day!

The next chapter will be up tomorrow.

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