VII

In which a big decision is made!

I growled as he hugged me tightly, and I felt his grip go a little lighter when he heard my growl. "Get your hands off me." I narrowed my eyes. Suddenly, a person with a green unitard and orange leg warmers sprang into the room. (guess whoooo:DDD) "Oh! My youthful companions!" The man with, now that I saw his face, a big nose accompanied by two ultra-thick eyebrows said. I heard Kakashi exhale deeply and clasp his palm to his forehead. "Gai, must you stick your nose in everybody's matters?" Kakashi spoke in what sounded like a threatening voice. "I am not sticking my nose into your business, Kakashi-my-rival, just into hers." he pointed at me. I narrowed my eyes, "How in the world did you get in here?!" I shouted, "and don't you point fingers at me, because I am really not in the mood right now!" The man bowed, "My apologies, youthful spirit. I am Gai, the blue beast of Kohona! And I am here to help you, with your physical appearance." He spoke. I blinked, "…you're going to help me lose weight?" "…oh." Kakashi muttered, scratching the back of his head.

"Indeedly so! We will start training….now." Gai did his little shiny grin. "M-matte! I don't even know what to do or eat or anything!!" Yelin cried out, desperation only partially hidden in her voice. "Gai, why'd you have to steal my idea? I was just about to talk her into it…." Kakashi mumbled. My eyebrows shot up in response to his statement. "Well, first. We'll have to clean out your fridge. Kick out any bad eating habits." Gai spoke, completely ignoring Kakashi.

Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Kakashi's hand twitch. Perhaps in annoyance. I giggled.

"Okay, then Gai-sensei!" I gave him two thumbs-up. "I'm awaiting your orders to start my fitness-training!" I shouted eagerly. It might be embarrassing at times, but better to get it over with now than be fat forever. Gai returned the gesture with his wink and shiny grin again as we opened the fridge, and began removing any unwanted items.

Five hours later, after ten Pocky packs, thirty kinds of ice-cream, various candies, a carton of cream puffs, three cakes, twelve sodas and other sweet drinks, we were done with arranging my dietary habits. I felt my face blush every time Gai had pulled out something sweet. After we were done, I bid both ninjas goodbye and thanked them for helping me with the organization.

I sighed as I marched upstairs to my room, noticing that Kakashi's present box was still lying there. I stopped and stared at it, wondering if I should open it.

I sighed and thought, 'what could be the worst that can happen?' to myself and opened the lid of the box.

Flap Flap Flap

A book had fallen from the floor. I picked it up and read the title, 'Losers are the real Winners' There was an extremely obese man in a 'Before' Picture, and the same man, who lost about Two hundred pounds, in a 'Later' picture. I laughed, so this was what Kakashi had been talking about when he said that he was going to 'talk me into it'. "…heh, maybe he's not so bad after all…." I went into my room and laid down on the bed, reading the first page. In slight surprise, I noticed that there was something written on the inside cover….

Dear Yelin,

As you are reading this, you're probably at home, laughing at the cover or maybe, you're still mad at me. I hope you're not still mad. Anyhow, I don't really know how to address this kind of stuff, because I mainly read other kinds of books. –cough- I bought you this book because I want to help you with your weight, and your confidence. I will help you train yourself until you are happy with your body and mind. If you agree to train, you will be much more stronger. Stronger than you would ever imagine. I'm sorry that I'm not that great of a writer, but I really do care about you. I want to help you, Yelin. And I hope you'll agree to train with me.

-Kakashi Hatake

There was also a drawing of a Nin-dog next to Kakashi's signature. I noticed just now that my eyes had brimmed with tears as I had read his letter. '…he really does care…' I thought as a single tear escaped my eye and trailed down my cheek. I closed my eyes and soon fell asleep.

A/N: This chappie is dedicated to QueenofKH13. :DDD