Kiba stirred awake feeling warm and safe. He smiled and cuddled further into the warmth enveloping him. He felt the arms that were securely around him wrap tighter and pull him closer. Kiba hummed softly as he nuzzled against Shino's chest. "Morning," Shino whispered kissing the top of Kiba's head.
"Morning," Kiba mumbled still pressed close to Shino. It was such a nice way to wake up, wrapped up with one's lover. "Time?" Kiba asked knowing they would have to get up soon, even if neither of them really wanted to.
Shino frowned and looked up from watching Kiba to find the alarm clock. "4:50," Shino said. Kiba grumbled and cuddled closer to Shino, his legs entwining with the taller teens. Shino got the message and went back to just holding his boyfriend for the remaining ten minutes they had of it just being them. For just ten more minutes the world could wait.
xXx New Boy in Town xXx
Kiba panted harshly as he looked at the group of people in front of him. The defensive and offensive teams were pairing off. According to Kakashi-sensei it was good practice to allow the two teams to learn how to work together. The problem was both teams were getting tired fast. They had been in a deadlock for nearly an hour now. The defensive team had Itachi, who was smart, but the offensive team had Shikamaru. Getting through either's strategy was a task in of itself. It was almost like a battle of minds between the two strategists.
Shikamaru looked at Kiba and gave him an extremely subtle signal, if it wasn't for Kiba's sharp eyes he wouldn't have picked it up. Kiba whistled lowly giving Akamaru the signal to move in. Kiba took off at a rush for the middle line. He was instantly blocked by Gaara and his wall of sand. As Kiba was being blocked Sasuke rushed forward and engaged Naruto, both boys glaring at the other. Next to move in was Neji, he was swift moving forward easily and breaking through the middle line now that Gaara and Naruto were busy. He moved further in until he reached Shino.
Neji released a soft curse and engaged the other. As Neji and Shino fought Neji's familiar Takamaru flew into the base, and grabbed the flag. As the hawk flew back he was engaged by Itachi's familiar Susanoo. The birds flew around each other and engaged. The sudden fight caused Takamaru to drop the flag. Itachi jumped to catch the fluttering piece of cloth, he was intercepted by Sai as Kankuro caught the flag.
"Alright, that's enough," Kakashi called. The two teams instantly stopped fighting. "Well its clear Shikamaru is by far the better strategist, but Itachi is still the best we have in regards to seeing through things." The two strategists shrugged. "Kankuro, Kyuubi as the team captains I expect a little more from you two during the actual thing, understand?"
"Yes sensei," the two captains said together.
"Good," Kakashi smiled at them. "Kiba," Kiba turned and looked at the masked teacher. He was breathing deeply and wiping some sweat from his brow. "You're fitting into the group good. You pick up the signals well and are learning how to work with everyone quickly. Yours and Akamaru's teamwork is also fantastic, I think we made the right decision with you."
Kiba beamed, it was the best compliment he had ever received from the silver haired man. "Thank you sensei!" Kiba exclaimed.
"Now get back to your dorms and shower! I expect to see most of you for class in an hour," Kakashi announced. The team cheered and headed for their bags sitting on the bleachers. Kakashi watched as they talked amongst each other, pushing and shoving in a friendly manner. 'They're doing well, they'll do it again this year,' Kakashi decided silently.
Kiba laughed as Gaara tackled Naruto to the ground and tickled the blonde. Sasuke scowled deeply, twitching slightly. Neji sighed and picked the redhead up causing him to receive a non-threatening glare for his actions. Shino's arm was wrapped around Kiba's waist holding him close as Sasuke scolded Naruto for being caught off guard.
