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Chapter 023: Kakashi Hatake

Anime: Naruto

Prompt: Blanket/Snuggle

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Author's Note:

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Kagome shivered as she opened the door to her apartment. Winter in Konoha could be so unforgiving sometimes. It was days like these that she wished she'd bought a heavier coat or at least thicker clothes. She was a Medic-nin, after all; she didn't need the lightweight gear that other shinobi wore (except when she went on missions) or preferred.

All but slamming the door closed to keep the chill at bay, she breathed a sigh of relief as the central heat of the apartment seeped through her layers of clothes and into her frozen skin and bones.

"Hard day at the hospital?" a deep, soothing voice inquired curiously.

Kagome smiled at the other occupant slouching casually on the couch. Kakashi Hatake was her long-time boyfriend, and just seeing him filled her with warmth and love. Many viewed him as lazy and perverted but – while that was still true, she admitted – she wouldn't trade him for anyone or anything. In more ways that counted, he was perfect for her.

"No," she answered. Slipping her coat off and hanging it up, she began the process of unwinding and relaxing in the privacy of her own home. "Just your typical winter in the beautiful city of Konoha."

Kakashi hummed noncommittally, his one visible eye trailing lazily but intently over his girlfriend's form. Although his mouth was covered, a small frown formed. Kagome was petite, barely coming up to his chest, and he constantly worried about her because of her nonthreatening appearance. He knew, of course, that she was quite deadly when necessary. Physically, however, she was still vulnerable to many things that could harm her.

For instance, a brutal winter that made her shiver and rub her arms to generate some heat. The last thing Kakashi would want is Kagome getting sick.

Oblivious to his observations concerning her, Kagome pulled her thick, silky raven hair into a high ponytail. "I'm going to grab a quick shower to warm up. Think of something to eat for dinner, okay? We'll eat in since the weather is pretty bad."

"Sure, Kagome," Kakashi murmured, a little distracted. When she disappeared into the bathroom connected to the bedroom, he sighed. As much as he wanted to join her in said shower, he knew that wouldn't be a good idea. After seeing the state she'd come home in, he had a few things he wanted to put together for her.

With that thought in mind, Kakashi stood on silent feet and got to work. It was fairly simple, but he wanted to make sure everything was in place before Kagome came back. It wouldn't be much of a surprise if she walked in on him halfway through.

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When Kagome opened the bathroom door fifteen minutes later, steam poured out but she still shivered a little at the difference in temperature between the bathroom and the rest of the apartment. Winter really was settling in.

Having changed into a navy, long-sleeved shirt with a V-neck and black stretchy pants that were meant to insulate, she wandered back into the living room to see if Kakashi had decided on what he wanted for dinner.

She stopped abruptly, amethyst eyes widening in surprise at what greeted her return.

The lights had been dimmed to a more romantic setting, and the television's volume had been lowered to barely audible. The couch was covered with big, fluffy pillows and numerous blankets made of the warmest material – she should know, she had picked them out with painstaking care. Tea candles had been lit and strategically placed on the low coffee table, framing the two mugs of steaming hot chocolate. One mug was significantly bigger than the other, the one who poured the sweetly warm liquid knowing her a little too well.

"What's… all this?" she wondered out loud, eyes still focused on the utterly romantic gesture awaiting her.

Kakashi suddenly appeared behind her, arms wrapping around her waist to snuggle her back to his front. "Surprise," he whispered, not wanting to disrupt the magic of the moment.

"This is definitely a surprise, Kakashi." She turned around in his embrace, eyes sparkling with happiness. "What's the occasion?"

He shrugged one shoulder. "Can't a guy surprise his girlfriend once in a while?" The material of her shirt was too thin for his liking. He'd have to buy her some new clothes, ones that could stand the brutal cold.

Her nose wrinkled cutely. "For a typical guy, yes. But you're not anything close to typical." Kakashi rose a brow, not sure if that was a compliment or not, and she laughed. "Regardless, I love it. Thank you." Kagome gently pulled down his face mask and, leaning up on her tip-toes, pressed a kiss to his lips.

She released a startled squeak when he easily lifted her in his arms and carried her over to the couch. She half-expected him to lay her down but Kakashi further surprised her when he took a seat and placed her on his lap comfortably.

Kagome was about to open her mouth to speak, but delicious warmth enveloped her. Sighing in pleasure, she snuggled closer to Kakashi as he securely wrapped the thick blanket around them, effectively cocooning her in blessed heat.

He chuckled, finding her antics adorable. "Better?"

"Much," she answered in an almost drugged tone. "Can I have some of that hot chocolate, too, please?"

"You don't even need to ask, Kagome."

When the couple was sufficiently settled, Kagome couldn't help but think that she'd been right earlier. While her boyfriend was viewed as lazy and perverted, in many more ways that counted Kakashi was perfect for her. She would definitely never trade him for anything or anyone.