Shattered (#1 in Shifting Series)

Sasuke

Sasuke eyed his sensei for a long time as the two women disappeared into the back.  He was a little surprised in all truth because Sarah was not the kind of woman he ever would have thought his sensei would be attracted to as he had always assumed that if Kakashi was ever to be hooked, it would be by a woman of great beauty.  One that would overwhelm his tight control by said beauty.  He had seen him time and again not fall for a pretty face through the years after all. It wasn't that she wasn't beautiful in her own way, she just wasn't what one would call drop dead gorgeous. However, the Rinnegan saw all.  The attraction between the two of them was almost palpable.  Kakashi could barely keep his eyes off her and when she had walked away, his eyes had drifted down to her ass, his eyes growing darker as he watched, until she disappeared completely from view. The sexual desire in his gaze was impossible to miss.  It was a look that a predator would give their prey before going in for the kill.  For her part, it was clear she was attracted to him as well, but she was obviously completely clueless to Kakashi's interest.

"So, when are you going to let her know you've decided to pursue her?" Sasuke finally said after the waitress brought more food over for him and Sakura. "It's pretty obvious she had no idea you're about ready to toss her on a bed and have your way with her."

Kakashi's cheeks turned a little pink at the direct question and statement.  He raised his eyebrows at him as he leaned back in his seat.  It was a little unsettling how easily Sasuke had seen his intent.  He was getting sloppy.  "Hmm.  When the time is right, of course."  Kakashi then leaned forward and gave him an expression of seriousness, "It will all have to be discreet, of course.  You know as well as I do if others learn about her that she will be a target."

Sasuke shook his head at him, "You're thinking too much about it, old man.  I married Sakura and I have more enemies than you do at this point.  Even those here in the Leaf don't trust or like me.  A few would like nothing better than to kill me if they were able."  He then chuckled, "And just so you know, you're pretty damn obvious about it.  She's probably the only one who doesn't know.  Even Naruto would notice your intentions."

Kakashi groaned inwardly.  This was not a conversation he wanted to have with his former student; however, it would be nice to have someone he could confide his concerns to that could understand his reservations.

"Sakura is powerful enough that she can handle herself.  She's as powerful as Tsunade by all rights, more so even."

"That is true enough," Sasuke acknowledged.

"I should probably be a bit more mindful of what I'm doing.  You're right about that.  I actually only just today decided that I was going to pursue her romantically. I'm going to start training Sarah tomorrow," Kakashi surprised him by saying.  

Sasuke narrowed his eyes slightly at the words, "She's a little old to start training, don't you think?  And not very athletic either.  She appears to be more of the long-time housewife type than a fighter."

Kakashi's eyes narrowed on him, feeling a bit of anger at the words.  There was absolutely nothing wrong with the way she looked right now.  "She's in better shape than you think and don't go judging her or I'll-"

Sasuke smirked and almost started laughing.  He raised his hand, "Whoa, old man, I'm not insulting her, I'm just trying to understand.  Don't get your hackles riled."  He then did chuckle, "I never thought I'd see the day you were wound up over a woman."

Kakashi had to remain silent for a moment as he reigned in his irritation.  "There is more to Sarah than meets the eye.  She has a form of Taijutsu training already that should provide a good basis to work from.  She might appear fluffy - which for your information I find very attractive - but she managed to even keep me at bay for a moment."