Living in Japan!

Chapter 15 - The Cat Cafe

I couldn't believe my eyes at the sight before me. This was my dream, right in front of my eyes. Well not adult dream but teenage dream! Wow! It's beautiful!

The cat shelves, the cat tables and chairs, the rugs even had cat patterns on them. "Am I dead?" Itachi laughed right next to me. Oh? Did I forget to mention? Itachi is here too. In fact, he drove us.

"I'm assuming you like it? I saw it on the job listings in the newspaper." Then he realized what he said and turned a shade of crimson. "Sasuke reads the newspaper from time to time..." Was he embarrassed about reading the newspaper? That was kinda cute. I couldn't help but giggle.

"Yes! I love this little shop. You sure they're hiring? I'd love to work here from time to time. Or everyday." Now he was the one laughing. My body froze. His laughing face was next to perfect.

'Stop staring you loser..' my mind screamed. The only problem, would my eyes comply? Regan seemed to notice my staring and decided to save me from certain doom. See? She can be nice sometimes.

"Do you see this table?" She asked excitedly, and I was able to tear my eyes away from Itachi's glorious smile.

"This place is perfect for us. Where is the owner I wanna sign up now." I called. Itachi nodded. And looked around. "The owners name is Jiraiya, he should be here somewhere. Wasn't he here earl-"

Itachi was cut off when this old man came out. He was wearing casual clothes that made me feel overdressed, but that's a good thing I guess. "My name is Jiraiya! I'm the owner of this store. You wanted to apply for a job? Well here are three sign up sheets for you teens." He handed all three of us sheets. Itachi was about to decline, but I shoved him with my shoulder. "C'mon Itachi! It'll be fun!" A wide grin stretched across my face. He signed and nodded.

"It might be a little entertaining." He laughed heartily.

After that we left and Itachi took us home. "Thank you for the ride and the job suggestion! It'll be a lot of fun working at that new Cat Cafe. It's a great first job for us." I chirped happily and Regan gave a strict nod.

"Thanks. we'll see you at work." With that Regan walked off into our house. A sigh escaped my lips. "She'll open up eventually. She really doesn't have anything against you." I explained worriedly.

Itachi smiled. "I know. Hidan is always complaining about that demeanor, but the way she acts around you gives some hope for a friend in her." This was awesome. It made me worried because a lot of people didn't like her attitude towards people.

"Thank you Itachi. It means a lot to me." I walked up to him and tightly wrapped my arms around his back. He was too tall for anything more. It was a pleasant feeling to have the hug returned. Was it cliche to say I felt save in his arms?

I could feel and hear his steady heartbeat, but it skipped a few times. Was that me? No.. that's not possible.

After that thought I let go and left his arms. "I guess I'll see you on Monday." He paused.

"Yea. I'll text you later. Ok?" He seemed hesitant about leaving, but in order to not invite him in, I brushed it off.

And then he was gone. I waved him away, then walked back inside the house. My hand quickly found my heart to feel it was beating much faster than normal. I guess it's official... I have a crush on Itachi.

The rest of the day passed slowly. I holed myself in my room to complete my application for the job. It was quite simple actually. Asking questions such as, birthday, work experience, hours available, days available, allergies, position wanted, education. There was one question that made me wonder what kind of guy this owner was. The question being, bust size?

Hmmm. I thought about it for a while then I forgot about it. Short attention span it is.