Thanks to xoxoEndoh for beta'ing this chapter! Also thanks to Yummy_Foods for the chapter title. It's a lyric from "Killer Queen"
Genma still wasn't sure exactly what had happened. The more times Kakashi tried to explain it, the more unbelievable it became. There was absolutely no way Kakashi happened to run into The Ino just shopping for jewelry. She wouldn't be sneaking around as part of the crowd. Famous people didn't do their own shopping; surely she had an assistant to do such a menial task.
Despite the fact he knew this couldn't possibly be real, Genma couldn't take any chances. The cargo shorts and t-shirt he had packed for today were certainly not good enough. He spent the afternoon trading everything he could spare. A pair of deep crimson skinny jeans had cost him the tiki torches. He wasn't looking forward to explaining to Gai that he'd traded one of his chairs for a choker and wristband, but this was an emergency. He'd even managed to swap his sunglasses for a red and blue plaid flannel to that would match the t-shirt and beanie he had planned to wear today, and bring the whole thing together.
Kakashi, however, was a lost cause. He refused to help scavenge the camping areas for something better to wear and was content with what he had on, arguing that it hadn't bothered Ino that morning. Genma considered it a small victory to get Kakashi out of the cargo shorts and into jeans.
Now here they were, twelve hours later, waiting in a line to get backstage. This was it. Genma was really going to meet Sakura and Ino. At least he hoped he would. Despite a whole day of preparation, he knew something was going to go horribly wrong.
He nervously worked a toothpick between his teeth as he asked, "Kakashi, are you sure it was really Ino you met?"
"I think so, she looked the same, but she wasn't wearing all the leather and makeup." He thought about it for a minute before adding, "I think she looked better that way. More natural."
"Now I know you didn't meet Ino," he said watching yet another person get turned away from the line. "There is no way she can be hotter than she was on stage tonight."
Kakashi could only shrug, there was no denying Ino had been beautiful tonight, and he was almost positive she was the same girl he'd met earlier.
The group in front of the was turned away by security. Genma took a step forward and pulled the passes from his wallet.
"Name?" the dark haired security guard asked.
"Genma Shiranui."
Pushing his unnecessarily dark glasses back on this face, the guard grinned. "Not on the list."
All thought left Genma for a moment. He just stood there holding the passes out, unable to speak.
Fortunately, Kakashi wasn't phased: "Can you look under Kakashi Hatake?"
"Oh, you're Kakashi. Hold on one moment, I was supposed to let Shikamaru know when you arrive." He turned away as he raised the walkie talkie to his mouth. "Shika, this is Ebisu. I have Kakashi and his plus one here."
Plus one? It was his birthday, Kakashi hadn't even known who Ino was, and somehow Genma was his plus one? He wanted to protest, but Ebisu was moving to the side and signaling for them to walk through the curtains.
"Shika will be down in just a few minutes."
Deciding now was not the time to argue, Genma strolled through the curtain and ignored the soft chuckle from behind that could only be Kakashi.
They hadn't taken two steps before Genma heard a shriek of "Kakashi!"
He turned his head just in time to see a blonde tackle Kakashi, who wasted no time pulling her into a hug. Was that Ino? Did that really happen? And he was almost positive Kakashi winked at him. This had to be a hallucination. Maybe someone slipped something into his drink? He watched as Ino pulled away from Kakashi.
Pushing a lock of hair behind her ear, she turned to face Genma. "So this is Genma. I had a feeling you'd be hot."
Genma cocked an eyebrow at Ino, hoping she would elaborate. What had Kakashi told her?
"What gave you that idea?" Kakashi asked with a devilish grin.
"I have a knack for these things," she said as if it explained everything. She grabbed Kakashi by the hand. "Come on. We have to do the whole group sing-a-long encore, then we're done. You guys can watch from the wings."
Kakashi didn't understand a word of what Ino had just said, but as she started to pull him away, he grabbed Genma's hand, too. It wasn't nearly as crowded here as it has been in front of the stage, but people were dashing in every direction and yelling into earpieces. Kakashi would never find him if they got separated.
Ino led them up a metal staircase to the side of the stage where about half the bands they had seen over the last couple days were waiting. "Sorry, hope I'm not too late."
She turned back to Kakashi and gave him an almost shy smile. "This won't take long. Wait here, and I'll be right back." Releasing her grip, she ran to the pink haired rock goddess with a guitar hanging across her petite figure. Sakura Haruno's red plaid pants,stretched taut and low on her hips, and her black tank top hugged her curves in all the right places. Kakashi had noticed how beautiful she was from the crowd, but this close, he was starting to see the appeal Genma had tried so hard to explain.
That thought brought him back to Genma, and more to the fact he was still holding onto his hand. He knew he should let it go now, but it was warm, and strong, and it just felt right.
As the musicians filed onto the stage, Genma leaned in close, "I can't believe it. You really met Ino! And she's into you. I'll never doubt you again."
"What can I say, I'm irresistible."
Genma held Kakashi's gaze for a moment, then looked down where they were still connected. He opened his mouth to speak, but was saved by the sound of the stage coming to life for the final time that night.
Ino's voice boomed over the crowd, "How's Everyone doing tonight?"
Genma reluctantly released Kakashi to clap along with the rest of the crowd.
"We've had a few friends join us for one last song." Ino nodded to Sakura and the sound of her guitar filled the air around them. Genma wasn't sure, but he could have sworn Ino looked in their direction and winked before she leaned into the microphone and started singing.
Kakashi was mesmerized. Yes, he hadn't wanted to come, but he had never seen anything like it. Sakura's nimble fingers glided up and down the neck of the guitar, pulling sounds from it he didn't know possible as Ino hypnotized the crowd with her voice, hips swaying to the beat. He was disappointed when, after only a few lines, Sakura and Ino backed away and one of the other acts look the lead.
All too soon the song came to a close and Ino was front and center again. "Thank you, Fire Nation! Thank you, Konorroo! Good night." She waved to the crowd as she started to exit the stage with Sakura at her side.
As soon as they were off the stage, Shikamaru was walking at their side. He waved to a roadie, who took Sakura's guitar. Ino and Sakura never slowed and only nodded to whatever he was saying as they made their way toward Kakashi and Genma.
Sakura looked them up and down as if she were studying a menu. "You must be Kakashi," she said reaching her arms around his neck and pulling him into a quick hug. Smiling approvingly, she glanced to Genma. "And I guess that makes you the birthday boy?"
"Genma," he said with a voice only slightly higher pitched that normal.
"Well, Genma, I've heard a lot about you."
Before Genma could reply, Shikamaru jumped in, "Your car will be here in about five minutes. Will all four of you being going to the hotel?"
Ino looked to Sakura, who nodded slightly, before answering, "Yes, I believe we will."
The toothpick fell from Genma's mouth at her words.
"Smooth," Kakashi muttered close to his ear.
Sakura took Genma's hand and started to pull him toward the stairs.
"I knew they would get along," Ino said as she and Kakashi followed behind them.
Shikamaru led the group to an access road behind the stage where a dark sedan was waiting. He opened the door, allowing Sakura to climb in and slide over with Genma close behind her, while he and Ino spoke of travel plans and schedules. Kakashi wondered for a moment how they would all fit, but Genma wasted no time pulling Sakura's tight ass into his lap creating room.
Kakashi was starting to freak out a bit as he sat in the car. He had never been as confident as Genma, and he really couldn't understand what was happening or how he had gotten himself into this situation. He sat in the car fidgeting a bit, wondering if he should move into the middle to make room for Ino, or stay where he was and give Genma and Sakura some space. Noticing Genma's eagerly wandering hands, he decided to stay where he was as he waited for Ino. Another minute later, she'd concluded her conversation with Shikamaru and was casually sitting herself in Kakashi's lap.
Shikamura stuck his head in and said, "If you give me your keys, I will have your camp taken down and your van delivered to the hotel."
Genma reached into his pocket and tossed him the keys without hesitation.
The door closed, and the car pulled off onto the bumpy, makeshift road.
Ino pulled a blunt from behind her ear,popped it between her lips, and looked at Kakashi expectantly. "Got a light?"
Genma's arm was out with his Zippo held high before Kakashi could process the question. "I'm always prepared."
"I bet you are," she replied, leaning forward to meet the flame. After inhaling deeply, she passed it onto Sakura and let herself lean back against Kakashi's chest. "What about you, Kakashi? Are you always prepared?"
"As if he could be prepared for us," Sakura giggled.
Kakashi had been overwhelmed, but he was quickly gaining confidence. There was no more wondering if he was reading the situation correctly. It was clear what they wanted, and he could give it to them. He let his hands drift up Ino's leather covered thighs and across her waist. Her halter top left her back exposed; Kakashi let his breath ghost over it as he said, "I can improvise."
Sakura laughed in earnest this time. Wiping tears from her eyes, she leaned back across Genma,her back against the door, to cross her legs over Ino's lap. "Ino, where did you find these two again?"
"I told you, the market. What do you think?"
Sakura took another long drag before handing the blunt off to Genma. As she exhaled, she giggled, "I think they'll never forget this."
Sakura leaned forward and Ino followed, holding her gaze. Sakura wove her fingers into her friend's hair and pulled her into a deep kiss.
Despite the show in front of them, Genma's eyes cut to Kakashi's. He was surprised to see Kakashi watching him too. Smiling to himself, Genma winked and turned his attention back to the vixen in his lap. He'd spent so many nights imagining what would happen when he met Sakura. Now that he was living it, he knew his wildest fantasies could not compare. He let his palm continue to explore Sakura's body reaching around her to graze the underside of her breast. Not finding a bra only encouraged him to reach up and let this thumb graze the nipple. He was rewarded with a small moan against Ino's mouth as Sakura squirmed atop him.
Just as Ino pulled back from Sakura, the car slowed to a stop. A bellman opened the door, and Ino tumbled out pulling Kakashi behind her.
Kakashi was sure he heard a snort from the man as Sakura crawled out behind them, for no other reason than to flash her ass at Genma who gave it a smack has he exited the car behind her.
Genma hadn't noticed how dark the windows of their car had been until he was in blinking from the lights of the hotel. They seemed to be at a back exit for the staff. As they entered the building, the hotel manager met them. He was obviously there to make sure his VIP guest had everything they could need.
"I'm so sorry Miss Yamanaka, Miss Haruno, for having to bring you in the back entrance, but Shikamaru called ahead to say you would have some guest with you. He wanted to ensure you would have complete privacy, and the press have been in the lobby for most of the day. We keep running them out, but I have no doubt someone is there with a camera. No worries coming in this way, though, our staff is very discreet! The staff elevator will be much more secure. Is there anything else you will need this evening?"
"I think we have everything we need right here," Ino purred wrapping herself around Kakashi's arm.
The manager bid them goodnight as they stepped into the elevator, assuring them he was only a phone call away if they needed anything, not stopping until the doors were closed in his face. The sudden silence was heavy with anticipation.
Genma pulled Sakura close and rested his chin on her head as the watched the number above the door ticking higher. The only sound was the gentle chime as each floor passed. In almost no time, they were exiting onto the top floor.
Sakura pulled a plastic card from her back pocket and slid it into the lock. She stopped, with her fingers resting on the knob, and turned back. "Phones," she said, as Ino held out a hand.
Genma and Kakashi exchanged a confused look as they took out their phones, but didn't give them over yet.
"Why?" Genma asked.
"If you come with us, there will be no tweeting, texting, or pictures. What happens tonight stays here." Sakura answered.
Without another word, both phones were handed over.
I know I promised a two shot, but Ino had other ideas. I had to split the chapter. I am working on chapter three now and I hope it will be up soon, and it is all smut. You have been warned. Please don't forget to comment and let me know what you liked!
