Chapter 4

Nobu's POV

The tweeting of birds woke me from my slumber, my vision hazy.

Slowly, everything became clearer as I saw Satsuki and Nana laying there, Satsuki gripping my shirt.

Smiling to myself, I looked at her resting face, pursing my lips.

"Do you love my mommy?"

I could hear the gasp coming out of him.

"Do you?"

I could feel someone's eyes on me, knowing they were Nobu's.

"Yes, yes I do Satsuki. Your mommy is very special to me."

"I'm glad." She yawned, laying back down. "I..."

"You what?" He asked sweetly, hearing him gently pet her hair down.

"I... I wish you were my daddy..."

Her daddy? I'd love that, she was so sweet and kind. Definitely traits she got from her mom.

There was nearly no way to connect that man being her father. The only give away was her long fine jet black hair.

I could be her daddy, she could become my daughter.

I wanted that, That much I knew for sure. Though, I wanted to be sure that I took time with her mom to ensure things didn't go too quickly.

I closed my eyes again, laying my head on the very soft pillow, planning on sleeping more only to hear and feel my own stomach growl.

Unable to deny my hunger, I slowly moved from the bed, not wanting to wake up Satsuki.

Biting my lip, I slowly moved, trying to loosen my shirt from her grip, almost to no avail.

"Screw it." I sighed, leaning in, I gently shook her as she woke. I put my index finger to my mouth, "Good morning Satsuki. What do you say to getting breakfast with me for everyone?"

She smiled sleepily, rubbing her eyes. "Sure."

I nodded. "Okay, we'll let's not wake mommy and we can bring back... hmmm..." Yawning, I pause.

"Donuts!" She whispered.

"Great idea!"

Slowly, we pulled away now focusing on not waking Nana.

I winked at Satsuki as we walk out, the nearest donut shop being two blocks down. As we walked, she put her hand inside mine. I smiled, "Yes, let's be safe Satsuki

As we walked, Satsuki's eyes glistened as she spotted a donut shop with a whole display. "Can we get them from there?" She asked, her eyes looking at it as if it was a christmas tree.

Chuckling, I nodded, "Alright, let's go!" I cheer, walking inside.

"Welcome!" The older woman behind the counter smiled as we walked towards her. She was tiny, skinny like our evil Nana was but she was much shorter with her black hair adorned with a few strands of silver gray.

"Hello!" Satsuki responded, eyeing all the delicious looking donuts.

"How much is it for a dozen, ma'am?"

"That would be 2,000 yen per dozen sir."

Pursing my lips, I turned towards Satsuki.

"What do you think Satsuki, should we get one dozen? or two? We have a good amount of people staying over."

"Two!"

I could hear a happy aw sound from the woman behind the counter. She peeked down at Satsuki. "Who are you with sweety? Your older brother?"

Satsuki shook her head, "Nope! He's my Daddy!"

I gasped to myself, feeling feeling of both shock and happiness, just like last night. I knew that this would be the road we'd go down, but Satsuki was willing to accept me as a father figure to her. Did that make me happy? I smiled as the woman spoke with her. Yes... yes it did.

"Daddy! The lady was talking to you."

Smirking, I walked closer, "I'm so sorry, I was off in thought. What was it?"

"What donuts did you want for your two dozens?"

I bent down, looking into the case. "Satsuki, you go ahead and pick the first dozen and I'll pick the second."

Satsuki's eyes widened, "Yay! I will!" I looked in the case as Satsuki spoke and the lady picked individual pieces, gingerly placing them in the bright baby blue and yellow polka dotted box. "Okay Daddy! It is your turn!"

Nodding, I spoke, "Can I get two unglazed old style, two strawberry jam filled, two french crullers, four plain glazed donuts, two lemon glazed, and two chocolate glazed?"

"Of course! Is that everything for you today sir?"

Looking around, I nod, "Yes ma'am I do think that is it. Can we put wet napkins in the bag, please?"

"Of course sir, total is going to be 2,000 yen."

I looked up at her, "But I got tw-"

She winked, "No worries. It is covered."

"But I don't want you to get in trouble ma'am."

Giggling, "I'm the owner, so I'd say it's okay."

"Oh! I'm sorry, I didn't know."

Shaking her head, she handed me the bag holding the two boxes and wet napkins inside.

Satsuki looked at the woman again, her eyes holding just as excited, "Can I work here! The donuts are so pretty!"

"Well my dear, if my store is still open then, once you turn fifteen, come see me."

"You promise!" Satsuki asked, even more excited, if that was even possible.

"I promise. Now, enjoy your donuts."

Walking out, holding Satsuki's hand in my other hand, I turn to bow to the woman. "Thank you so much!"

"Thank you!"

As we walked back to the apartment, I looked as Satsuki skipped alone, holding my hand tightly.

"So, you want me to be your Dad, Satsuki?" I asked curiously.

She turned to look at me, "Yes, do you not want to?" She asked, getting teary eyed.

"Oh no! No, that isn't what I meant. I was just asking is all. But, can I ask you why?"

Satsuki bit her lip, "Well... mommy has talked about you, I've overheard it. She does like you lots! And you treat mommy and I good! I've got so many toys from you... more than my real dad has ever given me."

I furrowed my brow as Satsuki stopped, a tear running down her cheek.

Stopping in my tracks, I squatted down, meeting her line of sight. "Satsuki, it is okay." I said, pulling her to me and hugging her tightly. "We can't always pick the parents we want, but the people we allow to be in our lives is what matters. I would be glad to be your Dad. Your mommy and I are just getting back together."

"Wait, you and mommy were together before?" She asked.

"Yes, we were together and then she met your dad. Things happened, but now things may get better. Not only for your mommy, but for all of us."

"I'd like that!" Satsuki cheered.

"Good," I placed a fatherly kiss on her cheek before getting back up. "Mommy and the others are probably very hungry, let's get these donuts to them, huh?"

"Yes! Let's go Daddy!"

To Be Continued...