Hey guys! I just wanted to let you, as in the peeps who actually read this, know that I'm going to try and update once maybe twice a week and have each chapter be a reasonable length. So, hopefully it works out! and not to be needy or anything but reviews do in fact give me the inspiration to write more, so PLEASE don't be afraid to drop a comment or somethin',yes? Oh and if any of you are wondering, "Why does Metairie have a Japanese name if she's from America?" well it's because her mother is Japanese, making Meta partial Japanese as well. I didn't really feel like fitting that in the story so I'm putting in here.
Astrik Enoh: I'm glad you liked the bit of fluff I put between Kakashi and Metairie! ^w^ I was a bit afraid I was moving things along to fast between them but I couldn't help but to do SOMETHING with the two. There's going to a lot more of that and a sprinkle of drama in these upcoming chapters.
Guest: You have NO clue how happy that makes me feel! TuT I'm glad you like it!
Kakashi's POV:
I was waiting out in front of the room where Tsunade and a few medics were checking over Meta. Besides that little conflict we had, everything was going fine, and what did she mean when she said she saw her mother? As in she had a memory maybe? I began to ponder on what could have triggered the incident.
' The fireworks...she did mention having a bit of a head ache from the lights they were producing just before she broke down. I assume that could be a reasonable explanation. If she in fact did have a memory it could have involved the presence of fireworks...' I began to run it through my mind a few times. 'If I'm correct then maybe if certain events occurred now that somehow connected with her past she would have more flash-backs.'
"Looks like well just have to see what happens..." I muttered before the door slid open and a few medics came out.
"Tsunade-Sama wishes to see you." The nurse informed before lightly bowing and continuing on with the rest of her group. I pushed my foot off the wall and turned into the room walking around to the other side of the unconscious girls bed.
"Is she alright?"
Tsunade met my gaze. "Her chakra was whacking around before it quickly went to a normal flow with a bit of my help of course, but other than that she's perfectly normal."
"Hm." Was all I responded with before looking back down to the brunette.
"What exactly happened, Kakashi?"
"...I think she had a flash-back on some sort."
"And what makes you say that?"
"She mentioned she had a minor head ache from when the fireworks began and that soon led to her yelling in agony. She also said something about seeing her Mother before falling unconscious."
"So you think the fireworks caused some type of trigger?"
"Yes, I believe it connected somehow with her past and-"
"if similar occurrences to her past were to happen now she would regain a memory." The blond leader finished.
I nodded,crossing his arms. "Precisely." There was a short pause before the Hokage let out an exhale and stood.
"Alright, well she can stay here for the night and be checked out first thing tomorrow."
"Would it be okay if I just brought her back tonight?" I questioned which resulted in a blank gaze from Tsunade.
"..I suppose. Just be sure she gets a good nights rest and a proper meal in the morning." She turned on her heals and began to walk out.
"...Tsunade-Sama?" The blond paused just as she was about to slide the door open.
"What is it?"
"Have you found any whereabouts from where Meta came from? Any missing people reports, anything?" The blond leader lightly sighed.
"No. I haven't received any news or announcements about a missing person relevant to her. In-fact-" She tilted her head some and glanced at me from the corner of her eye. "-there is no current record of a Takashi Metairie existing." She looked back facing the door. "I know you trust her Kakashi, and so far I personally I have no reason to think as her as a threat, but as my duties as Hokage..." her voice trailed off.
"I understand...if anything comes up I'll be sure to inform you." The blond didn't respond, only continued out the door.
" . . . " I took a few steps closer to Metairie then slid one arm under her legs and the other her back; giving her a light lift, she was secured in my grip. "Apparently there's more to you than I thought..." I commented before putting one foot on the windowsill. I gave myself a good thrust then hopped up and out and began heading back home. As I hopped from rooftop to rooftop I caught myself throwing gazes at the girl. I quickly landed softly on top of a medal pole; easily keeping my balance. My eyes now fully locked on the brunette. Her lightly tanned skin reflecting the moon light off it. She didn't have that pained look as she had before, but now looked at ease. My eyes scanned her face, never really noticing just how beautiful she had actually looked. Her eyelashes were full and long giving her a somewhat dramatic look, and her eyelids were darkened thanks to the make-up. She looked just as good with it off in my opinion, it was more...natural. I then looked to her nose which was slightly narrow and came to a soft point at the tip. Adverting my eyes to her lips, I noticed the lip-stick she had on was now faded leaving her lips a natural pink. They were small but full, perfect for her petite face and form. I took a while longer observing her features as a gust of wind blew by causing a few loose strands of her hair flowing along with it. My body began to advance on it's own bringing her body up as mine moved down.
'..am I really going to do this...?' Our faces grew closer.
'..is this right? Do I really even know how I feel?' My lips were just inches away from hers.
"No." I told myself as I quickly came to a halt; I could feel her breath that had a light hint of dango to it tickling my face. 'I'm not going to do this. Not while she's asleep and can't express her own opinion about it.' I straitened my body and continued on my way.
When we arrived I swiftly made my way though the flat and into Metairie's room. I laid her across her bed and watched as she shuffled and scrunched up some getting into a comfortable position. I padded out of her room flicking the light out and gently closing the door behind me. My feet made there way over to the couch and I plopped down letting out a huge exhale. I sunk into the sofa and laid my head back looking up at the ceiling...I had almost kissed her. My eyes closed and I mentally scolded myself. How could I do such a thing! She wasn't even conscious!
'..I'm a sick pervert..' Letting all my negative thoughts take over; I began to slip into an unconscious state of my own.
Metairie's POV:
I woke and sat up stretching my arms out with a yawn. After a few rub at the eyes the scene from last night then came back to me.
"Shit..." '...what was that all about anyways? Did I have a memory? because it certainly seemed like it...' I reviewed the past event before shaking my head. 'How'd I even get in bed?...Kakashi..' I grumbled and got up catching my view in the mirror.
"ew..." I looked like a mess! My make-up was still on and was now smeared; my kimono was still on as well. A sigh escaped my lips as I grabbed my towel and some clothes then headed down the hall and into the bathroom. After a nice steamy shower I quickly changed into my fresh clothes. Just a simple white shirt with some loose fitting shorts.
"Today is going to be a lazy day for me..." I muttered before heading out only to meet a sleeping Kakashi on the couch. He was still in his kimono which was unusual. I've lived with this man long enough to know that he always get's prepared and ready for anything, and that includes getting set for bed. I walked over and stood in front of him observing his unconscious form. His head was tilted to the side a bit as his arm was lazily lying across his lap. I noticed a scar running over his left eye.
'Hm...I'm surprised I hadn't took notice to that earlier...probably a battle wound or something.' "hm..." My lips grew into a mischievous grin. I took light hops from foot to foot over to the kitchen and pulled open a drawer containing various markers and random accessories. I grabbed a red marker and quietly made myself back over to Kakashi. I popped the cap off and bent forwards, leaning the marker closer and closer to his face.
"hehehe..." Just as I was about to press the tip of the red ink filled tool to his skin a hand instantly grabbed my wrist causing me to halt and jump a bit. My eyes widen as I met the gaze of Kakashi. His charcoal and red eye scanning into mine. They soon made their way to the marker and began to examine that as well. I gulped.
"Hmm.. and what is this?"
"Ano..." I had no excuse out of this one. "..an uh make-over?..euhehehe..." I sheepishly grinned as he raised a brow.
"Drop the marker, Meta." We stared at each-other. His eyes piercing through my wide shocked ones. My fingers slowly made there way off the marker dropping it causing it to roll onto the ground. Just then, Kakashi opened his palm releasing my wrist.
"heh...eheh...aw shit." I began to run towards my room. I could here his foot steps closely behind me, and before I knew it I was lifted off the ground with strong arms wrapped around my middle. "EEEKKKK!" I squealed and began to thrash around a bit. I couldn't help but to chuckle though.
"Oh, so you think this is funny,hm?" I heard Kakashi talk with a bit of laughter in his voice as he carried me back to the couch. He sat back in the sofa still keeping me locked in his arms.
"N-No! Not at-" My eyes widened as I began to feel a squeeze at my side causing me to freeze. Panic began to rise in my chest. "K-K-Kakashi...don't..." I warned.
"I liked hearing you laugh. Hmm..I wonder what I could do to start it up again." I could tell he was wearing a smirk.
"Kakashi I swear if you start tick-" His hands then started to squeeze and pinch at my sides rapidly. "ahhAHAHAHA!K-K-KAKAHAHASHII!" I was laughing uncontrollably as I was trashing around trying to pry his hands away.
"Hmm? Sorry, but I can't understand you Meta-chan. You must speak more clearly." He snickered.
"AHAHAHAHA P-P-PLEASE HAHAHA" After a few more moments of this torturous, apparently amusing event to Kakashi, method. He spoke up.
"Now, let's think about this, shall we?" His hands stopped but kept a firm and threatening grip on my sensitive sides. I now had tears peaking from the corners of my eyes as I was trying to catch my breath.
"A-And" Breathe. "what" Breathe. "is that?" Exhale.
"What would you think my condition would be in if you advanced further in your little plan?"
"..heh well you would certainly have a new look." I replied with a chuckled when I began to imagine the details.
"Hm...I don't like the sounds of that." He gave my sides a squeeze causing me to squirm and squeal.
"AH!O-Okay! Just d-don't start tickling me again!" I whined.
"Then make me." I felt his hands start to squeeze at my sides.
"H-How do I do that?!" I panicked. I absolutely HATED being tickled.
"..." I felt his breath against my ear. "Give me an answer I like." I paused, my face growing a light pink to it.
"Wha-" He moved me off his lap before getting up.
"But for now, I expect a breakfast made for me when I'm done with my shower. I think that would be a good apology" He gave me an eye crinkle smile before heading into the bathroom.
"But I suck at cooking! You know that!" I complained. He only replied by shutting the door and I heard the shower turn on.
"seriously man?..." I grumbled before getting up and going into the pantry. "Looks like he's just going to have cereal." I grabbed the box, an apple, and a bag of banana chips. After a few moments of cutting up the apple, I started to set the table. I put out two bowls, cups, and spoons; filling the bowls with the cereal and the cups with orange juice. I placed half of the apple slices on one napkin and the other the rest then slid a few banana chips in the cereal to add more flavor.
"hmm...Oh! Milk!" I trotted over and opened the fridge pulling out the carton on white milk. I closed the fridge door with my foot before walking back to the table and setting the milk in the middle of the table. "There...no flame needed to make this!" I smiled to myself then took a seat across from where Kakashi would be sitting. I sat there with a light smile before it started to fade as the memory from last night came back to me. " . . ." 'Do I really have a mom out there somewhere?...That must mean I could have more family too, right?..maybe had a job..successful even..' I found myself with my head in my hand looking down to the ground. ' what happened to me... ' I sighed and looked back up, my eyes scanning over the break-fast I made. "Kakashi needs to hurry! I'm getting hung-" I was cut off as my senses dulled as they once did before and I began to fade into another memory.
"Hey Sis? Pass the bacon!" My younger brother demanded.
"You could say please ya know. It's called being polite." I grumbled before handing him the plate full of bacon. "Look, mom said I was to watch you until she gets off work later tonight. So you better not be a pest!" I warned as I took a bite of toast.
"Yeah,whats up with that? You're only sixteen! Not even an adult!" He complained.
"Sixteen is still older than you,dummy."
"Hnf. Whatever..." He crossed his arms."..hey..Do you think Dad's ever going to come back?"
" . . ." I sat my toast down. " I don't think so bud." I shook my head causing him to grow silent. "Hey!" I looked at my little brother with a smile. "It's almost your seventh birth-day,right? Anything in particular you want?" I asked quickly changing the subject.
The black haired boy instantly perked up. "Yeah! I want umm..I want Ninja gear!" He grinned widely.
"Ninja gear? Are you sure? Being a ninja takes a lotta work. You have to have stealth.." I hissed as I got up and made my way around to the little boy. "Agility!" I quickly ran over and picked up the boy lifting him up resulting in a laugh from him. "But most of all.." I plopped over laying on the couch with the dark haired boy on top of me. "you have to have the will and courage."
"I do!I do!" He nodded.
"Hmf." I snickered. "Promise me something."
"Whats that sis?"
"No matter what you will always have the courage to do something. It doesn't have to be big, because little things are important too. Okay?"
He nodded. "Okay! I promise!" The boy exclaimed before wrapping his arms around my neck burring his face in the crook of my neck. "I love you,Meta."
"Love you too, Kan."
Tears were running down my face as the memory of my little brother Kan kept replaying and replaying in my mind. I laid my head in my arms silently crying to myself. I was able to keep in my weeps, but no doubt were my eyes filled with tears. A door opened and foot steps came out.
"I'm surprised I don't smell anything burnt." I heard the man pause. "Meta? You tired or something?" He asked as I heard him walk over and take his seat.
"Nah." I looked up and wiped my eyes. He was now in his uniform just with-out the vest and hita-ate. "I think I caught some dust in my eyes or somethin'." I cleared my throat. "Anyways, I made your breakfast." I swayed my hand over the food in a presenting manner. "And! It involved NO flame. So, that explains how nothing got burnt." I rubbed the back of my head hoping he didn't notice that I was actually crying. He simply stared at me.
"hm." Adverting his eye to the food, he grabbed the milk and poured the proper amount in his bowl before handing it to me. After I did the same I took a few bites, the crunching noise filling the table. Just as I was about to zone out Kakashi slid a mini box over to me.
"hm? What's this?" I asked before tossing an apple bit in my mouth. I assumed while I was distracted, Kakashi snooped in a few bites as I heard the crunch from the cereal come from him.
"A gift. From me to you."
"Gift?" Reaching for the box, I removed the lid to be revealed with a simple yet pretty bracelet. It was made of two piece of string. The colors of green and grey, and it had a jade stone tied in the middle. "I like it. It's cute!" I picked it up and put it around my wrist, pulling the string to tighten it on. I let out a chuckle before looking to the man. "Thanks,Kakashi."
"Mah, no problem."
"When did you get it?"
"Last night. When I was on my way to meet you."
"Ah. You mean when you were nearly and hour late." I raised a brow before returning to my cereal. He just shrugged, but the mention of last night brought the table to a silence.
"You want to talk about it?" He offered, but I shook my head giving him a light smile.
"No...not really...but I think It's kinda unavoidable huh?" I wasn't dumb. I knew the Hokage and himself were in need of answers. They were just playing it nice, which I was very grateful for.
"Yeah...but we don't need to do all that now. Let's just enjoy the edible meal you've made." He said taking an apple slice in between his fingers.
I rolled my eyes at that last part. "Yeah yeah." Just then I witness him pull his mask down and take a bite of the apple. My body didn't jolt in shock and I didn't gasp in surprise. I just simply observed his features while taking a sip of orange juice. He had a smooth firm jaw line and his nose was a bit narrow like mine, but you know it was more 'manly' or whatever you want to call it. His lips seemed normal. In-fact his whole face was normal. He just had the plus of being incredibly handsome.
"Hm?" He mumbled and blinked as he caught me looking at him intently. His head was arched down a bit as he was chewing the food in his mouth and his index and pointer finger held onto the tip of his mask ready to pull it up when he was ready.
"You have nice features." I commented before tossing another apple bit in my mouth. "You're a lucky man, Kakashi. " I spoke with my mouth full. I noticed a light pink color appear on his face. "Oh my Kami-sama...HA! Did I make you blush?"
His body stiffened before quickly turning his head. "N-No. It's just a bit hot in here is all."
"Pft. Wow, that was probably the most lamest excuse out of all your lame excuses evaarr!" I teased while I continued on with my cereal.
He cleared his throat before looking back towards me. "Anyways. I've been meaning to talk to you." he started.
"Hmmm,yes?"
"Tsunade is going to have me back on missions soon so there will be times to where you'll here by yourself. Possible for a whole week if not longer." I just chuckled.
"Okei, Kashi-Kun! I pwomise I will be a gwood gwrul! I big now!" I replied with a little kid voice. He just rolled his eye. "Come on, you don't need to tell me that. I sorta figured you would have to get back to work sooner or later."
"So now what that's covered. Have you found out what you want to do?"
"Like you mean a job?" He nodded.
"And your own place." Ouch...that hurt, but I just let it by.
"Yeah. I noticed a tea shop and a library that needed a bit of help. So, I might check that out,but I think it'll be safer if I get a job first before getting my own place. "
"Ah,good." He finished up his orange juice before pulling his mask back up. "What about becoming a Shinobi?"
I finished up my meal as well. "Shinobi?" I stood grabbing my bowl and plate.
"It is an option." He stood as well and grabbed his empty dishes following me to the sink where we put them down. "but it's your decision." He leaned against the counter as I started to wash out the dishes.
"And what would be the whole process of doing that?" He pulled out his book and began scanning the pages.
"Usually, you in-role at a young age and the typical graduate usually graduates at about around eleven or thirteen. Then they are put out into groups of three and assigned a Sensei. Then if their Sensei thinks they're ready, they put them into the exams." Kakashi began to go into more detail as he turned from page to page and I finished up the dishes.
"Okay...well I'm twenty so..."
"Yes, and because of that the Hokage would most likely provide you a personal teacher and when you and your teacher thinks you're ready, you'll be put up against someone. Depending on how you do, I could see you either becoming a Chunin and possibly even a Jounin, but it all just depends on how well you grasp the ability to become a ninja of the leaf."
"Sounds easy." His eye looked up to meet mine. I put my hands up in defense. "but it's probably not going to be." and with that, I sighed. "I don't know Kakashi."
He ruffled my hair. "It's okay. Just think about it." I pushed his hand off.
"Yeah okay." A short time passed before there was a knock at the door.
"Could you get that? I'll be right out." He asked before heading off to the direction of his room.
"Sure." I shuffled over to the door and grabbed the knob opening it to reveal a ninja wearing a mask that was kinda similar to the one Kakashi bought me back at the festival, but this one looked more like a..bird. 'I think this guy is Anbu.' "May I help you?"
"Is Hatake Kakashi here?" The masked male asked. I sighed before tilting my head back a bit. "Kakashi! Some Anbu guy is here for you!" I yelled. The masked male stayed in position waiting. I looked back to the man. "So, you guys are the bad-asses right?" I asked with a wide grin,but before he got the chance to respond the door then opened fully from behind me. "Hm?" I looked over to see Kakashi all prepared.
"Yes, what is it Bird-San?"
"The Hokage wishes to see you, and she asked me to escort you so you wont run into any problems on the way." I couldn't help but the snicker.
"Well that says a lot about ya huh?" I teased as I punched his arm lightly before heading back inside. Kakashi rubbed the back of his head.
"I'll be back later."
"Yes yes now go! Tsunade-Sama obviously sent this guy to make sure you weren't late. So, hurry along now." I shooed him off.
Kakashi sighed. "See ya." He closed the door behind him and headed off with the Anbu operative.
"Yoshi. Now, time for some intense laziness" I ran up and jumped over the couch lading on it laying down. "ahhh..." I exhaled before grabbing the T.V remote and began searching for something to watch.
Kakashi's POV:
"Excuse me if I'm being rude,sir, but is that girl...always so-"
"Carefree and a bit rude? Yes, indeed." I replied. "But she is smart so I suppose that makes up for it."
"...are you two together?" The Anbu pressed.
"I think you are forgetting your place, Bird-san."
"Right. Sorry,sir." There was a pause.
"But just for the record, no. We are not in a relationship."
"Are you sure? Because-" I shot him a look causing him to stop mid-sentence.
I let out a sigh. "Lets just hurry." I stated before picking up the pace.
Once we arrived at the Hokage's office she quickly dismissed the Anbu, leaving the room to Shizune, the Hokage, and I.
"Was the escort really necessary?" I asked as I looked at her blankly.
"I didn't feel like dealing with your tardiness,Hatake." She briefly explained. "Anyways. I'm assigning you a mission."
"I hope it's a good one. It's been a while."
"I'm sending you to Kumo as an Anbu, and this will be a single man mission only because I think it'll be faster."
"Anbu hm?"
"Yes." Shizune replied. "All it is, is a simple transport of various scrolls holding important information."
"Very important information and you are NOT to read it's content, understood? And the scrolls are to be giving directly to the Raikage himself." I rubbed the back of my head.
"Hai hai..."
"This will most likely be a 2 week length mission if everything goes as planned." Tsunade informed.
"Will that be all?"
"On that topic yes..."
"Hm?"
"How's Meta?" Seems the nickname has made it's way around.
"She's fine. Ive mention to her about the carrier of being a shinobi."
"A shinobi?" Shizune asked. "Isn't this the girl with no record of being alive?"
"Yes, this is her." the blond replied. "And what did she think about it, Kakashi?"
I put my palm up. "She seemed interested, but is still thinking about it. If you ask me, I think she'll go with it."
Tsunade nodded. "Good. I will be assigning a few ninja to watch over her while you're at leave just to make sure things are still in place. You are to leave as soon as possible; Izumo and Kotetsu will give you the scrolls, so just ask them. They know you are to take them." We then started to go over some more minor details about the mission and what to do it things were to go wrong. I soon found myself heading back. I had a good ten, twenty minutes to get ready. To be honest, even though the assignment wasn't to hard, I was glad I was able to get out of the village and stretch a bit. I made a couple hand signs before getting teleported on the windowsill of my balcony. I hopped inside and turned to see Meta passed out on the couch with the remote in hand. I walked over and took the remote clicking the T.V off. I took a glace at her before going to my room and preparing my back pack with the necessary items. I then grabbed a pen and pad and wrote a quick note down before heading back over to the sleeping brunette. I placed the note-pad down on the coffee table then grabbed a light blanket tossing it over the girl. I looked at her for a bit longer before patting her head lightly and heading out, locking the door behind me. 'She'll be fine.'
Metairie's POV:
It's been a couple hours sense I woke up and read Kakashi's note.
' I'm out on a mission. It shouldn't be longer than two weeks time, and don't think just because I'm not there you can do whatever you want. I'll find out one way or another. ' I rolled my eyes.
'Tsunade is assigning a couple ninja to watch over you. I know you probably don't like the sounds of that, but it's precaution. There's still food in the pantry that involves no cooking, and if you want hot food just use the money you have left to go out. Don't burn the place down.
Ja ne.
-Kakashi'
My eyes scanned the note over again before I stuffed it in my back pocket.
'Great, now I'm going to have some random ninja watch me as if I was a child until Kakashi gets back.' I grumbled as I was randomly pacing around the house trying to find something to do. I would usually mess with Kakashi or just have a conversation with him, but now with his absents I feel kinda lonely.
'Damn, I miss that gravity defying haired man already.' I sighed then went over and slipped on my jacket and shoes. "I'll just go for a walk or something." As soon as I opened the door I was met with Sakura and a blond girl who looked around the same age.
"Oh, hello Meta-Chan." Sakura greeted with a smile.
'Has that nick-name really gone around that already?' "Hello, Sakura-Chan." I smiled before looking to the blond. "I don't believe we've met. I'm Metairie."
"Ino." The blond introduced.
I nodded. "So...I assume you are the two ninja that have to watch me,eh?" Sakura nodded.
"Yeah. Well, Ino and I actually planned on getting to know you a bit better and hang out n' stuff."
"And talk about Kakashi-Sensei." Ino wiggled her eye brows. I gave her an unsure look before stepping out and locking the door behind me.
"Shut it pig! We can't just rush into that topic!" The pinkette exclaimed.
"Oh come on fore-head! I know you're curious just as I am!" Ino protested. I turned back only to have Ino up in my face.
"Have you seen what he looks like with-out his mask?!" She was quickly pulled back by Sakura.
"Sorry, Meta-Chan. Don't mind Ino, she's just a bit loud."
"H-Hey!" They began to bicker back and forth.
'Oh boy...' I waved my hands down. "Calm down girls." 'Maybe I could take this as a chance to get out a bit. Meet new people.' "Why don't we talk this over at the bathhouse,hm?" That caught their attention.
"Bathhouse?" Sakura repeated and I nodded.
"So,this means you'll talk about Kakashi-Senseis face?" Ino added. I couldn't help but to chuckle.
"Maybe, and I've never been there so-" I was cut off by the blond grabbing my wrist and quickly pulling me along with Sakura following giving me a slight apologetic look.
Once we got settled into the steamy water I could feel my muscles relax. "hmmmm..."
"So,how are you adjusting to the village Meta-Chan?" Sakura asked from aside.
"Meta is fine. No need for the honorific." I informed. " and I like it here. A lot actually. I mean I've only been here for nearly three months and I've already made so many memories." Not mentioning some old ones...
"Ah, that's good to hear.'
"We need to work on that accent of yours though." Ino added.
"My accent?...euhehe. Yeah, I guess I do have one huh?"
"It's not bad, but if you want people to think you're from around here there's a few things you need to change when you speak." The girls started naming and showing me how to speak with more of a soft flow. I took the tips in and soon after they started to push the fact that I am living with Kakashi. I was a bit hesitant at first but easily overcame it as soon as I started sharing a few stories.
"And yes, I have indeed seen his face. Just this morning in fact."
"WHAT?!" Both girls exclaimed.
"Does he have buckteeth?!"
"Big lips?!FISH lips?!"
"A-Ano.." I didn't really know how to take in their comments.
"Or maybe he has bad acne!" Ino added.
"That would be a reasonable explanation to why he where that mask, but wouldn't it just make it worse?" Sakura responded.
"Look guys. His face is perfectly normal." I informed as I leaned back stretching my arms out along the way.
"Normal?...So, nothing special?" Ino asked a bit disappointed.
"Well, I guess you could call him handsome.." I scratched my cheek a bit embarrassed, but the truth was that Kakashi is very handsome and any girl would be lucky to have him. "And even though he's late to almost everything he's actually really nice and...caring." I added.
"Did he give you that bracelet?" Sakura asked. I glanced down to the jade stone.
"Oh,um yeah. He said he bought it for me during the festival we went to." The two girls looked at each other before growing a smirk.
"Do you two have a thing for each-other?" They asked in unison.
"hm? If you're talking romantically, then no. We do not. It's just a mutual friendship."
"Do...you want it to be more?" Sakura asked.
" SHIT! I-I mean n-nonono!" I waved my hands frantically. The girls just grinned.
"Don't worry, we wont tell anyone." Sakura insured.
"BUT! We will make sure something happens between you and Kakashi-Sensei!" Ino gave me a thumbs up.
"C-Come on,girls. Please dont-"
"You two would be so cute together! Not to mention you guys would have fun in the-"
"Ino-Pig! I agree with getting them together but I don't want to talk of my sensei doing that."
"Oh,come on forehead! He reads thoughs pervy novels all the time! He has to have a few tricks up his sleeve...or pants. You know whatever works."
I face palmed and shook my head. ' I hope I don't have to hear this for a whole two weeks...'