Naruto Various x fem!Reader

Love Across the Hall (Kakashi x Reader)

It was just another ordinary day in the run-down apartment building that Y/N called home. The old pipes groaned and the ceiling leaked, but it was cheap, and it was home. Y/N had learned to live with the quirks of the building, but little did they know, their life was about to take an unexpected turn.

One evening, as Y/N was about to take a relaxing shower after a long day at work, they turned the faucet only to be met with a series of ominous clanks and sputters. The water refused to flow, leaving Y/N standing there, dumbfounded and wrapped in a towel.

"This can't be happening," Y/N muttered in disbelief.

Desperation led them to the door of their neighbor across the hall, Kakashi Hatake. He was known for being a bit of a recluse, a mysterious figure in the building who never seemed to show much interest in the lives of the other tenants.

Y/N hesitated for a moment before knocking on Kakashi's door. It was answered by the silver-haired man in question, his single visible eye looking them up and down with curiosity.

"What do you want?" Kakashi asked, his tone surprisingly neutral.

Y/N cleared their throat nervously. "Uh, hi, I'm Y/N, your neighbor from across the hall. My shower's not working, and I was wondering if I could use yours for a few days until it's fixed."

Kakashi regarded them with a long, thoughtful pause before finally nodding. "Alright, but only for a week. No longer."

Y/N couldn't believe their luck. "Thank you so much, Kakashi! You're a lifesaver!"

Over the next few days, Y/N's morning routine shifted. They would knock on Kakashi's door, towel and toiletries in hand, and he would let them into his sparsely decorated apartment. The first time, it felt incredibly awkward, but they quickly fell into a routine of polite small talk as Y/N used his shower.

As the week passed, Y/N found herself looking forward to these daily interactions with Kakashi. He was enigmatic, but there was something intriguing about him. The two began to share stories about their lives, dreams, and even some of the building's quirks.

On the seventh day, Y/N's shower was finally repaired. She returned to her own apartment, feeling a strange sense of loss. They had grown accustomed to Kakashi's company, and the mundane routine had turned into something unexpectedly pleasant.

Y/N knocked on Kakashi's door one last time to return his spare key. He opened the door, and they exchanged a wistful smile.

"Thanks again, Kakashi, for letting me use your shower," Y/N said, her voice tinged with genuine gratitude.

Kakashi nodded, a rare hint of warmth in his eye. "You're welcome, Y/N. It was... interesting having you around."

With that, Y/N turned to leave, but before they could walk away, Kakashi called out, "If you ever need to use my shower again, don't hesitate to ask."

Y/N's heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but smile. "I won't forget that, Kakashi."

As they returned to her own apartment, Y/N couldn't help but reflect on the unexpected friendship that had blossomed between them. Sometimes, the most unexpected people could bring a touch of warmth and companionship to the most rundown of places.

With the memory of Kakashi's offer to use his shower again still fresh in their mind, Y/N couldn't help but think about her enigmatic neighbor more often than not. She found themselves knocking on his door, not just for the shower, but for conversation, coffee, and even the occasional meal.

Their conversations grew deeper, and they shared more about their pasts, hopes, and fears. Kakashi, typically reserved, began to open up to Y/N in ways he hadn't with anyone else. Y/N appreciated his candidness and found herself drawn to his mysterious charm.

As the weeks turned into months, the line between neighbors and friends blurred. Kakashi and Y/N spent more time together outside of their daily shower routine. They went for walks, attended local events, and even binge-watched their favorite shows together.

One crisp autumn evening, they found themselves sitting on Y/N's worn-out couch, sharing stories and laughter. The gentle flicker of candlelight illuminated their faces as they leaned closer to one another. Y/N's heart pounded in their chest as she realized that her feelings for Kakashi had evolved beyond friendship.

Kakashi seemed to sense the shift in the air. He turned to Y/N, his eye locking onto hers. "You know, Y/N, I've come to really enjoy our time together."

Y/N nodded, her voice soft. "I feel the same way, Kakashi."

Their eyes met, and in that moment, neither of them could deny the magnetic pull that had grown between them. Kakashi leaned in slowly, capturing Y/N's lips in a tender, uncertain kiss.

It was a moment of realization, of taking a leap of faith, and it felt right. Their kiss deepened, and they both knew that they had crossed a threshold from friendship into something more profound.

Days turned into weeks, and their relationship continued to blossom. Kakashi and Y/N shared their first date, holding hands under the starry night sky. They supported each other through the ups and downs of life, growing closer with each passing day.

~TIME SKIP~

One evening, Kakashi stood outside Y/N's apartment, a bouquet of flowers in hand. He knocked on the door, his heart racing with excitement and nerves. When Y/N answered, they were met with the sight of Kakashi on one knee, holding out a small box.

"Y/N," he began, his voice filled with emotion, "I never expected to find someone as special as you right across the hall. Will you make me the happiest person in the world and be my partner for life?"

Tears welled up in Y/N's eyes as they gazed at Kakashi, the man who had gone from being a mysterious neighbor to a dear friend and now the love of her life. With a trembling voice, they whispered, "Yes, Kakashi, a thousand times yes."

Their shared journey from strangers to friends to lovers had been an unexpected and beautiful one, turning their run-down apartment building into a place filled with love, warmth, and shared dreams. Together, they faced the challenges of life with unwavering support and a love that grew stronger with each passing day.

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