Cozy corner: thank you all for the reviews, they mean so much to me ^^. Well this chapter won't be too exciting, sorry ): please enjoy.

Warning: Occ-ness. And Manga spoiler.

Disclaimer: I don't own the characters.

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I sighed for the umpteenth time. It's only been two days and it already feels like forever. Kaori seems okay, but he'll ask for Kakashi mainly at night, since he is the one who tucks him in. I scratch the back of my head and lean back in my desk chair, I decided to let the kids go early since I couldn't even focus on the lesson I was teaching, plus the kids were to excited about graduating and getting into their genin teams.

As I was about to go back into grading I hear a soft knock against my door, "Come in."

The door opens slightly and-to my surprise- Hinata pokes her head in, "Ahh sorry to bother you Iruka-sensei, but I was wondering if Hanabi was still around?" Her voice still soft was ever.

I smile softly at the girl and beckon her in, "I last saw her, and she was playing with some other kids."

Hinata stops in front of my desk and nods, "Alright. But if I may ask Iruka-sensei, are you alright you look very pale."

Ah sweet Hinata always so caring. I smile softly at her, "Kakashi been called away to a mission and it will be a long one. Just a little separation anxiety."

Surprisingly she give me a large smile, "I know how you feel. Whenever Shino-kun or Kiba-kun goes away on a mission I can't help but worry."

"I know its silly to worry but it can't be helped. I just keep telling myself he'll be home soon."

She nods and smiles again, "That's right; keep your head up Iruka-sensei. I'll see you soon." She waves and head out leaving me alone in my class room again.

I'm very proud of Hinata; she finally came out of her cell after confessing her love to Naruto during the big battle with Pein. Afterwards Naruto and her sat down and talked about it and came to a conclusion of being friends-since Naruto loved Sasuke even though he was still away. She was heartbroken for a while, but she soon got over it and now she and Kiba are happily dating.

I give up on grading and pack my things. I set off to the market and decide to pick up some groceries, to make a fresh dinner. I enter the market plaza and soon the noise surrounds me. People are yelling out bids, others trying to haggle for lower prices. I head towards a smaller booth that has always been my favorite. They always had fresh meat and vegetables and it was cheap.

As I approached the stall I saw the small woman that ran it, "Good evening Anzu-san."

The short woman looks up at me and smiles, "Iruka-kun! What a lovely surprise, I haven't seen you in a while, and what have I said about being so formal! You are my favorite customer no san is needed."

"My bad, forgive. I'm here for some pork and beef, and some leeks." I say with a smile.

She nods and go to work getting my purchases ready, once she is finished he hands me two bags, "Only 800 yen (1)"

I hand her the money and take the bags, "Thank you, see you soon!"

I set off towards Kaori's daycare to pick him up. Soon we are both home and I set to work making some sukiyaki. Kaori soon wanders in and tugs on my pant leg, looking down I see him looking up at me. I smile and lean down and picking him up, resting him against my hip. I get dinner ready quickly and we sit to eat at the dining table.

We both finished shortly, and I washed the dishes while Kaori played at my feet. I finished and picked him up carrying him to his room to change and to go to bed. He pouted the whole time I was changing him and ran from me when I was going to tuck him in. I found him in my bed all curled up in the covers.

"Kaori do you want to sleep with me tonight." I asked.

His little head poked out and he nodded before curling under again. I laugh to myself and go about getting ready for bed. I crawl under the blankets next to Kaori and he snuggles up against my chest. I smile down at him stroking his silver hair. I think I'll be okay; Kaori and my students will be a nice distraction. Kakashi will be home before I know it. Wrapping my arms around my son's little body and fall asleep as well.

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1. Only about 10 US dollars (don't know how right that is)

Pretty boring kinda a filler chapter. Hope you enjoyed =)

-EmarosaKnox.