Alright, chapter 3. Well this one may come off as rather cutesy than how I envision the pairing but i feel like Kankuro could have a soft side, and if he did this is how he would show it, at least I think so. Hope you guys enjoy! And again, I do not own the characters o_o
The rain pounded harshly outside as the thunder illustrated a violent orchestra. Light sharply infiltrated the guest room, rousing the ninja that was sleeping. Kankuro's eyes peered at the alarm clock. Damn 2:34 his eyes shifted towards the window that was still receiving the rain's beating Yeah maybe it is a good thing I didn't have to camp out in that. the puppeteer thought to himself before feeling a sudden urge to take a leak. He removed his covers and forced himself to the floor. He slowly paced through the darkness that lead up to his destination, but before reaching it he noticed a dim light that stretched across the floor. He discovered that the light was escaping through Kiba's slightly cracked door. While passing the room he caught a glimpse of a figure sitting straight up and facing towards a window. Kankuro set aside his curiosity and continued his walk to the bathroom. After his business was done and his hands were washed he headed out the door. He looked ahead and realized that the stream of light was now being occupied by a whimpering beast. Akamaru? The dog looked to his master's bedroom and back at the sand ninja and continued to whine. Kankuro approached him and held out his hand, to his surprise the dog stepped back, denying the friendly gesture. Akamaru stared at the man and then back at the door again. The beast continued these actions before entering the door. Kankuro took that as a sign to follow the dog.
He stepped inside the door and noticed that Kiba was still sitting and staring out the window. Akamaru had paced over to a makeshift bed in the corner and plopped down, still showing concern for his master. "Did you need something?" Kiba's voice inquired while he tilted slightly away from the light and Kankuro. The sand ninja ignored the question and found himself sitting on the bed about three feet away from the Inuzuka. The light that shined through the window illuminated a portion of Kiba's right cheek, Kankuro noticed a drying trail of water that once flowed from his eyes. "Is everything okay?" the puppeteer's concern pierced through Kiba's defenses, causing Kiba to turn to Kankuro "No, I hate this weather." he snapped with a slight cry while also revealing both of his tear stained eyes. "So you stay up and wait until it's over?" the sand ninja shot the dog ninja a confused look. "Not usually, only when I'm alone. My sister comes in to comfort me and I can actually get some sleep, but her and mom are on a mission." Kiba stated sadly. "What about Akamaru? You're not alone because you have him, right?" Kankuro glanced over at the dog after finishing his sentence. "Yeah, you're kinda right, but he doesn't like sleeping with me during the storms. Which does make things worse. Every time I try to close my eyes it seems like booms are intentionally played out. Maybe I'm just pitying myself." Kiba glanced back towards the window, seeming lost in a flashback.
Kankuro stood up and sighed as he left the room. Kiba frowned as he continued to stare out the window. His stare was disrupted when Kankuro barged in holding a pillow and a blanket. He tossed them on the bed and followed after them. "Get some sleep, Dog Breath. I need you to direct me to the Hokage's residence later, and then some shops." Kankuro stated while making himself comfortable. He grabbed the blanket and covered his waist leaving everything above uncovered. He then folded his arms behind his head and shut his eyes. Kiba lips could not help but to twist into a smile, he laid down next to the ninja, leaving about a foot between the two. Kiba propped up on his left side to face the puppet master. Although the sand ninja's eyes were closed, he was prepared for some smartass comment regarding the insult he had just given.
"Thank you, Kankuro. I really appreciate this." The sand ninja's eyes flicked opened and flashed to Kiba, who appeared to be observing his reaction. His heart began to beat at a rapid pace while searching for a response. He slammed his eyes shut "Don't mention it, remember I need you to help me tomorrow. So basically it's for my own benefit." Kankuro regained his composure. "Oh yeah, that's right." Kiba's chuckled ended with a yawn as he shut his own eyes. The porch light was a nuisance for Kankuro at first but he finally got used to it and drifted off.
Violent Bangs and booms shook the house about two hours later. Kankuro was woken up by frantic mumbling. He whipped his head in the Inuzuka's direction to find a surprising sight. The man was bunched into a half fetal position with both of his hands cuffing his ears. His face was full of anguish and tears as he shook his head back in forth. "Please don't leave, please don't leave." "Kiba!" the sand ninja tried waking him up but with no success. He then placed his hand on Kiba's shoulder and shook it "You're having a nightmare, wake up!" still no success. Kankuro then recalled how Kiba had said his sister would comfort him How in the hell did she manage that? That's when it occurred to him Here goes nothing. He let out a heavy disorientated sigh as he wrapped his arms around the Inuzuka "It'll be okay, It'll be okay." the sand ninja's words seem to be slowly relaxing the dog ninja. He pulled him closer, getting rid of the gap between them and continued "I'm here, and I won't leave." Kiba's arms went limp for a second and then wrapped around Kankuro. The sand ninja stayed in that position until distress left Kiba's face. The sand ninja retracted his arms and gently grabbed the Inuzuka's arms, giving him enough room to finally lay on his back again. The Inuzuka's faced tightened at the sudden disappearance. The puppet master quickly placed Kiba's left hand on his own stomach and covered it with his right hand. "See, I'm still here." he comforted. He then reached his left arm under Kiba to pull him closer so that his head was now resting on his chest. Kankuro's heart began racing again Calm down Kankuro, you're just helping him out. the man thought to himself as he took a glance at Kiba's face. There he looks peaceful The sand ninja shut his eyes and was quickly concurred by sleep.