Innocence [3/100]

Note: It's about time Kakashi and (M/n) meet again ne?

Third P.O.V

Itachi frowned at his servant, who practically begged for him to return home. There was important business that needed to be settled between the Uchiha and the Hyuuga. He turned his head towards (M/n), whom was gazing at the fireworks with a broad smile. His (e/c) eyes sparkled at the thought of being introduced to new colors each time a rocket shot into the sky.

Sighing, the raven looked back to his nervous messenger. With a glare, he released an annoyed grunt. "I will be there momentarily. I have to alert (M/n) of my whereabouts." Shakily nodding his head, the servant scurried off, sweat trailing down his forehead. Master Itachi is not pleased… (M/n) looked over his shoulder, the sound of footsteps heading his way warning him that someone was approaching.

A soft caress to the Koimura's shoulder and he instantly knew it was his sensei. "Are you alright? You seem troubled." Itachi's eyebrows slowly unfurrowed as he gazed into (M/n)'s concerned face. "There's an important meeting I must attend. I'm afraid I won't be able to continue to watch the rest of the celebration with you. Can I make it up with dinner at 8:30?"

The (h/c) haired male blushed softly but agreed nonetheless. "I'll be meeting you at the usual teahouse." Itachi hesitated, before placing a tender kiss to (M/n)'s forehead and turning around in order to head towards the Hyuuga compound, where the meeting was taking place. Staring forlornly at the sky, the young noble released a sigh, pouting slightly. "Itachi is always so busy. I wish he had a little more time to spend with me…"

(M/n) shakes his head right after, scolding himself for being selfish. "I'll just go to the pond then, and wait for his return."

Kakashi was slightly annoyed. It pained him to seem like the third-wheel, since Rin and Obito were being awfully intimate. A little voice in his head mentioned that he wouldn't be so lonely if a certain prince was in his arms. Is this what it feels like to be in love? The silverette shook his head gently, his eyes no longer focused on the words to his book, but rather to the familiar figure by the pond.

His breathing hitched slightly at the symbol on the back of the red haori-kimono. A yin-yang style of a black and a white koi fish. "Hey Kakashi, there goes your 'lover'." Obito teases, snickering slightly as his compeer's face went red. His heart pounded so hard he thought he was going to vomit and his stomach flipped violently ─ a sign that his fight-or-flight response was starting to kick in.

"Maybe you should accompany him. He looks lonely and bored, just like…you?" Rin moved her head around, searching for Kakashi, who was no longer in his designated area. Panting heavily Kakashi's back was pressed against the wall and his hands trembled slightly. What are you afraid for? Coward! His subconscious wasted no time in spitting insults at him, tearing down his self-confidence even more.

"Hush. I can't face him yet…" The silver haired samurai mutters to himself, gazing in the direction of the pond with a soft expression. (M/n) had a small childish grin on his face as he played with the fish in the water. The (s/c) noble poked his tongue out in disgust as he felt his finger trace against the fish, a slimy sensation overcoming his limb. "Wicked gross…," he murmurs, but that didn't stop him from doing it again.

A grip on his shoulder draws his attention away from the water. "Itachi? You are early." (M/n)'s hope faltered slightly at the sight of a familiar stranger. "My apologies, I'm not who you're seeking. I'm Kakashi Hatake." The older held his breath, waiting to see any type of negative reaction. He was instead, provided with a bright warm smile that contrasted greatly with the dark and somewhat chilly night.

"Kakashi Hatake of the Sharingan Eye. I accidently ran into you the other day. Oh!" (M/n) stood up in a frenzy, wiping his hand on his hakama, which was already tainted with grass stains. Manami was going to give him quite the scolding when he retired for the night. Holding out his arm, the Koimura's smile widens. "I'm (M/n) Koimura, it's a pleasure to meet you." Kakashi couldn't help but give a grin of his own.

He grasps, (M/n)'s hand, which was significantly smoother and smaller than his own. "Same to you as well, my lord." His body was completely relieved of any anxiety. Yes, Kakashi Hatake was back in the game for sure. And this time, he really won't back down. "Do you want to accompany me for a walk?" The samurai suggests, gaining more confidence each second he observes (M/n)'s warm and welcoming expression.

"I don't see why not."

Kakashi: Read Section A

Itachi: Read Section B

Section A

Kakashi flushed softly from behind his mask, as (M/n) grabs his hand, running towards a street performance. "Ah! Look! It's an actor!" They squeezed through the crowd, only making it halfway through before they could move no further. "Curse my father's genes for being short. I can't see." (M/n) struggled to see over a tall man that was in front of him, getting onto his tip toes and attempting to peer over his shoulder.

Kakashi gazed at him fondly, chuckling at how eager he was to see the performer. "How about I take you to the theatre? It's less crowded around this time." He hoped that (M/n) wasn't bothered about going to the theatre twice, being as he already went once with Itachi. "Well…" (M/n) looked at the clock tower, realizing that it was an hour past 8:30, and Itachi hasn't come searching for him.

"Sure. I was supposed to be having dinner with my master, but I think he's still busy at a meeting." Kakashi's heart soared at the great unfortunate news. Seems like Itachi isn't so perfect after all. "After the show, I can take you out for dinner if you like?" He knew that he was carelessly testing waters, but what could go wrong? Either way he has already spent the festival bonding with (M/n).

"I don't mind. Although I guess I'll have to worry about returning home late." Kakashi chuckled at how he was reacting. A grown man should not have to be wary about what time he returns to his home so long as he is there. "Then I shall walk you. It would be an honor to walk side-by-side with the noble (M/n)." The Koimura blushes at the compliment. "The next show is on in about ten minutes. We should hurry."

Grabbing his hand, Kakashi leads his curious guest in the direction of the theatre, relishing the moment when he and (M/n) get to bind hands such as now. "Seems like Kakashi has finally toughened up his gut." Obito mutters, grinning at how ecstatic his friend was. "Itachi's gonna tear that servant to shreds for making him miss dinner with (N/n)." He chuckles to himself, leaping off of the roof.

Section B

After walking around the village a bit with Kakashi, (M/n) glanced at the clock tower, noting that it was 8:23. "Forgive me, Kakashi. I have to go meet up with my master for dinner. But, I'd like to go on a walk with you again. It was very enjoyable." The taller male smiles softly, after releasing a bitter sigh. "I casually stroll around Konoha from time to time, so you're free to join me whenever you see me."

Nodding his head, (M/n) rushes off, apologizing to a passerby that he bumped into. By the time he reached the teahouse, he was panting heavily and slightly sweaty. Itachi raised an eyebrow at his discomposure. "You are late, (N/n)." He strolls up to his (h/c) protégé, using one hand to cup his chin. "While you were gone, I played with the fishes. Then I went on a stroll with Kakashi of the Sharingan Eye. And, you are late too."

Itachi chuckles a bit. "I did rush to get here. Take off your hakama, it has grass stains." (M/n) looked down at his knees in surprise. There were two bold green stains that contrasted greatly with the dull gray of his bottoms. "You also have dirt on your cheek." Itachi took out his cloth, while (M/n) clumsily removed his hakama while trying to be discreet. It reminded him of Sasuke as a child, struggling to undress.

"Here, please stay still…" Itachi rubbed the marking off of his skin, using his saliva to wet the cloth. The Koimura turned red. "H-Hey! That's an indirect kiss you know…and only lovers kiss." The raven sent (M/n) an amused look, releasing his chin, since he was done cleansing his face. "It almost sounds as if you want me to kiss you." He chuckled at (M/n)'s embarrassed expression.

Leaning in closer, Itachi pecked him on the forehead once again. "You didn't even realize, the first time I osculated you." (M/n) cocked his head to the side. "Osculated? What does that mean?" "Kiss, foolish young one." Puffing out his cheeks slightly, the (h/c) male got onto his tip toes, also using his master's shoulders as leverage, and kissed Itachi on the forehead.

"I've 'osculated' you. Now let's eat, I'm starving!" The Uchiha smiles, ruffling his hair. "Okay."