p data-p-id="33b04d70831b4d426f04436f24e5c218"In the following two or three weeks, Kaiya remained on a tight schedule that mainly consisted of missions and training. She felt tired, but to be fair with herself, all those Chūunin missions and the strict training with Asura payed off well./p
p data-p-id="6479a4d683342a46543b97ae3e725af4"She managed to save some money and her results were paying off quite well. Last mission she went with her normal team, not too long ago, they were all surprised by her evolution (especially the Katon and the Air Bullets)./p
p data-p-id="8a8d455d7daad26a202e5c9951ed6e21"Even so, though, she emdid /emfeel in need of a break and she hardly talked with her team or anyone else except for Asura. It drained her off pretty well. Yet, she couldn't really allow herself a break. She'll take a break when she'll become Jonin./p
p data-p-id="787dd341ddbaf49ff1609bba9c84f416"Kaiya walked down the streets in an late, warm afternoon of September with a few bags in her hands. She just returned from a few days long mission, and she dropped by a nearby shop to do some quick groceries. Suddenly, something touched her right hand and the bags in that hand were lifted to the point where they weren't in her hand anymore./p
p data-p-id="9af0e1424ff324ce4228174d87a506f6"'Let me help you with that.' A posh voice said./p
p data-p-id="adba38cd26d98ddebcf42bf2e5958547"Kaiya looked up in surprise, only for her to smile in recognition./p
p data-p-id="93335b71e3eade2373cfe25557b2b4a1"'Oh, hi Lee.' She greeted. 'How are you?'/p
p data-p-id="bc2b6e28a9b8bbd83355d12b52c8f13e"'I'm great! Well, almost great. I twisted my ankle today while training, but I'm still fine.'/p
p data-p-id="6b8c3b31ee3f5c4dedac5840b571115e"Kaiya looked down at his feet. He was, indeed, stepping a little funny with one of his legs. She puffed in amusement./p
p data-p-id="7ec22b37dabe133bf9d67f182df1de19"'I have something for twisted ankles at home. If you want, I could give some to you.'/p
p data-p-id="cc48833a9afe69bf9491e61bd1457385"Lee smiled. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san. I appreciate it.'/p
p data-p-id="bf1d2d289776e0ad9552514d384acaf5"After they returned from their mission of saving the Kazekage, Lee appproached Guy, in hope that he'd get some answers about his feelings. He explained the best he could and, much to his surprise, Guy seemed excited about it. To be fair, it wasn't everyday that one of his students -or anyone, to be honest- came to him for advice on the matter./p
p data-p-id="5311bc89ac6f77405682c17cfb616797"After a long talk, Lee eventually understood exactly what Guy suggested to do- be kind to her, listen to her, be there for her. Guy said that it was alright if she doesn't respond to his feelings in the same way. Maybe it wasn't meant to be. But, it was always worth a try./p
p data-p-id="c7ce5aa3f8a36773077f728ffd8e520b"'I haven't seen you in awhile.' He stated nonchalantly. 'What have you been up to?'/p
p data-p-id="a7035a785d483256feeb6de8e79d59e6"'Missions, training... that would be it. It's honestly draining me, but I would really like to promote to jonin, y'know? Plenty of work, sweat and tears is the only way.'/p
p data-p-id="d6213257c62176313c1921fe96923e1e"Lee thought for a bit as they entered Kaiya's block, and in a few moments, her apartment. While he thought, they went into unpacking the stuff that's been in her bags and began sorting it out./p
p data-p-id="9c4fb8bec5ccf151b54e446966925c5f"'It is true what you say, Kaiya-san, but you still need to catch your breath sometimes.'/p
p data-p-id="7038289301e9d8d94886984b45d276f9"'What are you suggesting? A break?'/p
p data-p-id="5ad4b4e88b3ec62e1d72704a83248a01"'Yes, a short break. I'm sure it won't hurt anyone.'/p
p data-p-id="3435e8a442d760a605f2d639b18399a7"Kaiya sighed in consideration as she put some cans in one of the closets. While she did that, Lee came next to her in order to place something in the closet as well and it was then that Kaiya noticed that he was a little bit taller than her, with maybe a finger or two. If he wasn't convincing, she didn't know what the boy was./p
p data-p-id="6ea4a0559842629543425291a2f2cda5"'Maybe I won't go on as many missions for a bit.' She said, eventually. 'You might be right.'/p
p data-p-id="9393c4f920de82b98a8a3ad7a2f0761e"'So is that a yes?' Lee asked, as he locked eyes with Kaiya./p
p data-p-id="88022989f023523b2a951741cf781823"'I guess it is. Wait- don't put that in the fridge.' Kaiya urged, taking hold of Lee's hand as he wanted to put some pork meat in the fridge. 'I'll make some ramen later.'/p
p data-p-id="19786aa259d42b554c42f1ae5654f708"Lee looked down at Kaiya's hand, that was now placed over his in an attempt to stop him. emWell, it worked./em, he thought. The blood rosed up a little in his cheeks. Noticing it, Kaiya let go of his hand./p
p data-p-id="325a92d8c9426c0f7ef1dce371001982"'Really?' He asked, calmly./p
p data-p-id="11389c772687dc7f05b9881151f7157c"'Yeah. Do you want a bowl?'/p
p data-p-id="33b04d70831b4d426f04436f24e5c218"In the following two or three weeks, Kaiya remained on a tight schedule that mainly consisted of missions and training. She felt tired, but to be fair with herself, all those Chūunin missions and the strict training with Asura payed off well./p
p data-p-id="6479a4d683342a46543b97ae3e725af4"She managed to save some money and her results were paying off quite well. Last mission she went with her normal team, not too long ago, they were all surprised by her evolution (especially the Katon and the Air Bullets)./p
p data-p-id="8a8d455d7daad26a202e5c9951ed6e21"Even so, though, she emdid /emfeel in need of a break and she hardly talked with her team or anyone else except for Asura. It drained her off pretty well. Yet, she couldn't really allow herself a break. She'll take a break when she'll become Jonin./p
p data-p-id="787dd341ddbaf49ff1609bba9c84f416"Kaiya walked down the streets in an late, warm afternoon of September with a few bags in her hands. She just returned from a few days long mission, and she dropped by a nearby shop to do some quick groceries. Suddenly, something touched her right hand and the bags in that hand were lifted to the point where they weren't in her hand anymore./p
p data-p-id="9af0e1424ff324ce4228174d87a506f6"'Let me help you with that.' A posh voice said./p
p data-p-id="adba38cd26d98ddebcf42bf2e5958547"Kaiya looked up in surprise, only for her to smile in recognition./p
p data-p-id="93335b71e3eade2373cfe25557b2b4a1"'Oh, hi Lee.' She greeted. 'How are you?'/p
p data-p-id="bc2b6e28a9b8bbd83355d12b52c8f13e"'I'm great! Well, almost great. I twisted my ankle today while training, but I'm still fine.'/p
p data-p-id="6b8c3b31ee3f5c4dedac5840b571115e"Kaiya looked down at his feet. He was, indeed, stepping a little funny with one of his legs. She puffed in amusement./p
p data-p-id="7ec22b37dabe133bf9d67f182df1de19"'I have something for twisted ankles at home. If you want, I could give some to you.'/p
p data-p-id="cc48833a9afe69bf9491e61bd1457385"Lee smiled. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san. I appreciate it.'/p
p data-p-id="bf1d2d289776e0ad9552514d384acaf5"After they returned from their mission of saving the Kazekage, Lee appproached Guy, in hope that he'd get some answers about his feelings. He explained the best he could and, much to his surprise, Guy seemed excited about it. To be fair, it wasn't everyday that one of his students -or anyone, to be honest- came to him for advice on the matter./p
p data-p-id="5311bc89ac6f77405682c17cfb616797"After a long talk, Lee eventually understood exactly what Guy suggested to do- be kind to her, listen to her, be there for her. Guy said that it was alright if she doesn't respond to his feelings in the same way. Maybe it wasn't meant to be. But, it was always worth a try./p
p data-p-id="c7ce5aa3f8a36773077f728ffd8e520b"'I haven't seen you in awhile.' He stated nonchalantly. 'What have you been up to?'/p
p data-p-id="a7035a785d483256feeb6de8e79d59e6"'Missions, training... that would be it. It's honestly draining me, but I would really like to promote to jonin, y'know? Plenty of work, sweat and tears is the only way.'/p
p data-p-id="d6213257c62176313c1921fe96923e1e"Lee thought for a bit as they entered Kaiya's block, and in a few moments, her apartment. While he thought, they went into unpacking the stuff that's been in her bags and began sorting it out./p
p data-p-id="9c4fb8bec5ccf151b54e446966925c5f"'It is true what you say, Kaiya-san, but you still need to catch your breath sometimes.'/p
p data-p-id="7038289301e9d8d94886984b45d276f9"'What are you suggesting? A break?'/p
p data-p-id="5ad4b4e88b3ec62e1d72704a83248a01"'Yes, a short break. I'm sure it won't hurt anyone.'/p
p data-p-id="3435e8a442d760a605f2d639b18399a7"Kaiya sighed in consideration as she put some cans in one of the closets. While she did that, Lee came next to her in order to place something in the closet as well and it was then that Kaiya noticed that he was a little bit taller than her, with maybe a finger or two. If he wasn't convincing, she didn't know what the boy was./p
p data-p-id="6ea4a0559842629543425291a2f2cda5"'Maybe I won't go on as many missions for a bit.' She said, eventually. 'You might be right.'/p
p data-p-id="9393c4f920de82b98a8a3ad7a2f0761e"'So is that a yes?' Lee asked, as he locked eyes with Kaiya./p
p data-p-id="88022989f023523b2a951741cf781823"'I guess it is. Wait- don't put that in the fridge.' Kaiya urged, taking hold of Lee's hand as he wanted to put some pork meat in the fridge. 'I'll make some ramen later.'/p
p data-p-id="19786aa259d42b554c42f1ae5654f708"Lee looked down at Kaiya's hand, that was now placed over his in an attempt to stop him. emWell, it worked./em, he thought. The blood rosed up a little in his cheeks. Noticing it, Kaiya let go of his hand./p
p data-p-id="325a92d8c9426c0f7ef1dce371001982"'Really?' He asked, calmly./p
p data-p-id="11389c772687dc7f05b9881151f7157c"'Yeah. Do you want a bowl?'/p
p data-p-id="f3632fa9fed297c8992d5c269422af18"'That would be nice.' Lee accepted as he regained his composure, after a few moments of silence. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san.'/p
p style="text-align: left;" data-p-id="62c9ce3c3219786fa7fbff29d86c8ba8"Kaiya cracked a smile. 'No problem, Lee.'/p
p data-p-id="f3632fa9fed297c8992d5c269422af18"'That would be nice.' Lee accepted as he regained his composure, after a few moments of silence. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san.'/p
p style="text-align: left;" data-p-id="62c9ce3c3219786fa7fbff29d86c8ba8"Kaiya cracked a smile. 'No problem, Lee.'/p
p data-p-id="6479a4d683342a46543b97ae3e725af4"She managed to save some money and her results were paying off quite well. Last mission she went with her normal team, not too long ago, they were all surprised by her evolution (especially the Katon and the Air Bullets)./p
p data-p-id="8a8d455d7daad26a202e5c9951ed6e21"Even so, though, she emdid /emfeel in need of a break and she hardly talked with her team or anyone else except for Asura. It drained her off pretty well. Yet, she couldn't really allow herself a break. She'll take a break when she'll become Jonin./p
p data-p-id="787dd341ddbaf49ff1609bba9c84f416"Kaiya walked down the streets in an late, warm afternoon of September with a few bags in her hands. She just returned from a few days long mission, and she dropped by a nearby shop to do some quick groceries. Suddenly, something touched her right hand and the bags in that hand were lifted to the point where they weren't in her hand anymore./p
p data-p-id="9af0e1424ff324ce4228174d87a506f6"'Let me help you with that.' A posh voice said./p
p data-p-id="adba38cd26d98ddebcf42bf2e5958547"Kaiya looked up in surprise, only for her to smile in recognition./p
p data-p-id="93335b71e3eade2373cfe25557b2b4a1"'Oh, hi Lee.' She greeted. 'How are you?'/p
p data-p-id="bc2b6e28a9b8bbd83355d12b52c8f13e"'I'm great! Well, almost great. I twisted my ankle today while training, but I'm still fine.'/p
p data-p-id="6b8c3b31ee3f5c4dedac5840b571115e"Kaiya looked down at his feet. He was, indeed, stepping a little funny with one of his legs. She puffed in amusement./p
p data-p-id="7ec22b37dabe133bf9d67f182df1de19"'I have something for twisted ankles at home. If you want, I could give some to you.'/p
p data-p-id="cc48833a9afe69bf9491e61bd1457385"Lee smiled. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san. I appreciate it.'/p
p data-p-id="bf1d2d289776e0ad9552514d384acaf5"After they returned from their mission of saving the Kazekage, Lee appproached Guy, in hope that he'd get some answers about his feelings. He explained the best he could and, much to his surprise, Guy seemed excited about it. To be fair, it wasn't everyday that one of his students -or anyone, to be honest- came to him for advice on the matter./p
p data-p-id="5311bc89ac6f77405682c17cfb616797"After a long talk, Lee eventually understood exactly what Guy suggested to do- be kind to her, listen to her, be there for her. Guy said that it was alright if she doesn't respond to his feelings in the same way. Maybe it wasn't meant to be. But, it was always worth a try./p
p data-p-id="c7ce5aa3f8a36773077f728ffd8e520b"'I haven't seen you in awhile.' He stated nonchalantly. 'What have you been up to?'/p
p data-p-id="a7035a785d483256feeb6de8e79d59e6"'Missions, training... that would be it. It's honestly draining me, but I would really like to promote to jonin, y'know? Plenty of work, sweat and tears is the only way.'/p
p data-p-id="d6213257c62176313c1921fe96923e1e"Lee thought for a bit as they entered Kaiya's block, and in a few moments, her apartment. While he thought, they went into unpacking the stuff that's been in her bags and began sorting it out./p
p data-p-id="9c4fb8bec5ccf151b54e446966925c5f"'It is true what you say, Kaiya-san, but you still need to catch your breath sometimes.'/p
p data-p-id="7038289301e9d8d94886984b45d276f9"'What are you suggesting? A break?'/p
p data-p-id="5ad4b4e88b3ec62e1d72704a83248a01"'Yes, a short break. I'm sure it won't hurt anyone.'/p
p data-p-id="3435e8a442d760a605f2d639b18399a7"Kaiya sighed in consideration as she put some cans in one of the closets. While she did that, Lee came next to her in order to place something in the closet as well and it was then that Kaiya noticed that he was a little bit taller than her, with maybe a finger or two. If he wasn't convincing, she didn't know what the boy was./p
p data-p-id="6ea4a0559842629543425291a2f2cda5"'Maybe I won't go on as many missions for a bit.' She said, eventually. 'You might be right.'/p
p data-p-id="9393c4f920de82b98a8a3ad7a2f0761e"'So is that a yes?' Lee asked, as he locked eyes with Kaiya./p
p data-p-id="88022989f023523b2a951741cf781823"'I guess it is. Wait- don't put that in the fridge.' Kaiya urged, taking hold of Lee's hand as he wanted to put some pork meat in the fridge. 'I'll make some ramen later.'/p
p data-p-id="19786aa259d42b554c42f1ae5654f708"Lee looked down at Kaiya's hand, that was now placed over his in an attempt to stop him. emWell, it worked./em, he thought. The blood rosed up a little in his cheeks. Noticing it, Kaiya let go of his hand./p
p data-p-id="325a92d8c9426c0f7ef1dce371001982"'Really?' He asked, calmly./p
p data-p-id="11389c772687dc7f05b9881151f7157c"'Yeah. Do you want a bowl?'/p
p data-p-id="33b04d70831b4d426f04436f24e5c218"In the following two or three weeks, Kaiya remained on a tight schedule that mainly consisted of missions and training. She felt tired, but to be fair with herself, all those Chūunin missions and the strict training with Asura payed off well./p
p data-p-id="6479a4d683342a46543b97ae3e725af4"She managed to save some money and her results were paying off quite well. Last mission she went with her normal team, not too long ago, they were all surprised by her evolution (especially the Katon and the Air Bullets)./p
p data-p-id="8a8d455d7daad26a202e5c9951ed6e21"Even so, though, she emdid /emfeel in need of a break and she hardly talked with her team or anyone else except for Asura. It drained her off pretty well. Yet, she couldn't really allow herself a break. She'll take a break when she'll become Jonin./p
p data-p-id="787dd341ddbaf49ff1609bba9c84f416"Kaiya walked down the streets in an late, warm afternoon of September with a few bags in her hands. She just returned from a few days long mission, and she dropped by a nearby shop to do some quick groceries. Suddenly, something touched her right hand and the bags in that hand were lifted to the point where they weren't in her hand anymore./p
p data-p-id="9af0e1424ff324ce4228174d87a506f6"'Let me help you with that.' A posh voice said./p
p data-p-id="adba38cd26d98ddebcf42bf2e5958547"Kaiya looked up in surprise, only for her to smile in recognition./p
p data-p-id="93335b71e3eade2373cfe25557b2b4a1"'Oh, hi Lee.' She greeted. 'How are you?'/p
p data-p-id="bc2b6e28a9b8bbd83355d12b52c8f13e"'I'm great! Well, almost great. I twisted my ankle today while training, but I'm still fine.'/p
p data-p-id="6b8c3b31ee3f5c4dedac5840b571115e"Kaiya looked down at his feet. He was, indeed, stepping a little funny with one of his legs. She puffed in amusement./p
p data-p-id="7ec22b37dabe133bf9d67f182df1de19"'I have something for twisted ankles at home. If you want, I could give some to you.'/p
p data-p-id="cc48833a9afe69bf9491e61bd1457385"Lee smiled. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san. I appreciate it.'/p
p data-p-id="bf1d2d289776e0ad9552514d384acaf5"After they returned from their mission of saving the Kazekage, Lee appproached Guy, in hope that he'd get some answers about his feelings. He explained the best he could and, much to his surprise, Guy seemed excited about it. To be fair, it wasn't everyday that one of his students -or anyone, to be honest- came to him for advice on the matter./p
p data-p-id="5311bc89ac6f77405682c17cfb616797"After a long talk, Lee eventually understood exactly what Guy suggested to do- be kind to her, listen to her, be there for her. Guy said that it was alright if she doesn't respond to his feelings in the same way. Maybe it wasn't meant to be. But, it was always worth a try./p
p data-p-id="c7ce5aa3f8a36773077f728ffd8e520b"'I haven't seen you in awhile.' He stated nonchalantly. 'What have you been up to?'/p
p data-p-id="a7035a785d483256feeb6de8e79d59e6"'Missions, training... that would be it. It's honestly draining me, but I would really like to promote to jonin, y'know? Plenty of work, sweat and tears is the only way.'/p
p data-p-id="d6213257c62176313c1921fe96923e1e"Lee thought for a bit as they entered Kaiya's block, and in a few moments, her apartment. While he thought, they went into unpacking the stuff that's been in her bags and began sorting it out./p
p data-p-id="9c4fb8bec5ccf151b54e446966925c5f"'It is true what you say, Kaiya-san, but you still need to catch your breath sometimes.'/p
p data-p-id="7038289301e9d8d94886984b45d276f9"'What are you suggesting? A break?'/p
p data-p-id="5ad4b4e88b3ec62e1d72704a83248a01"'Yes, a short break. I'm sure it won't hurt anyone.'/p
p data-p-id="3435e8a442d760a605f2d639b18399a7"Kaiya sighed in consideration as she put some cans in one of the closets. While she did that, Lee came next to her in order to place something in the closet as well and it was then that Kaiya noticed that he was a little bit taller than her, with maybe a finger or two. If he wasn't convincing, she didn't know what the boy was./p
p data-p-id="6ea4a0559842629543425291a2f2cda5"'Maybe I won't go on as many missions for a bit.' She said, eventually. 'You might be right.'/p
p data-p-id="9393c4f920de82b98a8a3ad7a2f0761e"'So is that a yes?' Lee asked, as he locked eyes with Kaiya./p
p data-p-id="88022989f023523b2a951741cf781823"'I guess it is. Wait- don't put that in the fridge.' Kaiya urged, taking hold of Lee's hand as he wanted to put some pork meat in the fridge. 'I'll make some ramen later.'/p
p data-p-id="19786aa259d42b554c42f1ae5654f708"Lee looked down at Kaiya's hand, that was now placed over his in an attempt to stop him. emWell, it worked./em, he thought. The blood rosed up a little in his cheeks. Noticing it, Kaiya let go of his hand./p
p data-p-id="325a92d8c9426c0f7ef1dce371001982"'Really?' He asked, calmly./p
p data-p-id="11389c772687dc7f05b9881151f7157c"'Yeah. Do you want a bowl?'/p
p data-p-id="f3632fa9fed297c8992d5c269422af18"'That would be nice.' Lee accepted as he regained his composure, after a few moments of silence. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san.'/p
p style="text-align: left;" data-p-id="62c9ce3c3219786fa7fbff29d86c8ba8"Kaiya cracked a smile. 'No problem, Lee.'/p
p data-p-id="f3632fa9fed297c8992d5c269422af18"'That would be nice.' Lee accepted as he regained his composure, after a few moments of silence. 'Thank you, Kaiya-san.'/p
p style="text-align: left;" data-p-id="62c9ce3c3219786fa7fbff29d86c8ba8"Kaiya cracked a smile. 'No problem, Lee.'/p