Freefall (Kakashi HatakeXOC Part1)

Team Seven

It's been about thirteen years since the whole Ninetails thing. Minato's son has grown up as an outcast because the tailed beast had to be sealed inside of him the day he was born. Of course, Kakashi, myself, and others have watched over him. But, it just isn't the same as having his actual mother and father around.

I try to visit him as much as I can, I can understand what he's feeling. We've both been in similar situations, both of us have grown up without parents. Which is kind of why I want to be there for the kid. He's actually a really nice kid, when he's not pranking someone that is.

I stretch my arms over my head as I shuffle my way to the kitchen. Believe it or not, Kakashi and I are still living together. We both agreed it would be easier than trying to find a new place. And, plus, I love only having to pay half the normal rent.

Over the years, we've both grown and matured greatly. He's gotten taller than me, probably about four or five inches at least.

I've changed too, which still surprises me. I'm taller as well, but not by much, I don't mind. The thing that gets me the most though, was...well, my chest. I get back pains, and guys are always staring at me. I try not to let it bother me too much.

Mostly because over time, my heart has already been stolen by someone else. I try desperately to push these feelings deep down, but no matter how hard I try, they always come back.

Kakashi.

I don't know what it is that draws me to him. He acts so lazy, but really, he's very strong. I mean, I'm sure he's got some nice muscle definition, and even a- wait a minute! I need to stop thinking these thoughts, they're too distracting.

I shake those thoughts from my head as I enter the kitchen, Kakashi was sitting at the small table reading his Icha Icha book. I didn't mind him reading the series, I'm not gonna lie, I've grown to like it as well. He glances up from his book, and offers a quick wave before returning to his reading. I walked over to him and placed a hand on my hip.

"You do know we're going to be late, right?" I question with a raised eyebrow.

He shrugs and replies,

"I didn't think you would be this eager to meet them. We've got all day, there's no need to rush."

I hummed in response and made my way to the fridge for some breakfast. I've been working with Kakashi for years, we've been assigned as co-sensei currently for a new group of Genin. The Third Hokage thinks we should stick together since Kakashi knows all about my seal. Minato taught him about it a little while before he died.

I haven't really had a problem with it lately, the last time something happened with Okuri, was the day Minato and Kushina died. Okuri's been really quiet, I can't remember the last time I talked to him actually. I'm not complaining, don't get me wrong, it's actually really nice not to hear from him.

~

I lean against the railing as Naruto starts to introduce himself. Kakashi and I met up with our new Genin a little while ago. Right now, we were atop a building doing introductions. Kakashi was leaning against the railing to my right, it seemed like he was studying the kids before us.

He's been acting strange lately, he's been doing things I've never seen him do before. For example, he used to let me lean up against him when we sat on our couch at home. Now, he avoids that, and if I do get the chance to, he always comes up with a lame excuse to get up.

Sometimes, I think it's because he's trying to hide something. I'd like to believe it's because he has the same feelings for me that I have for him. But, I know that can't be it. I was pulled from my thoughts by Naruto's loud voice,

"Hey, Keira-Sensei! It's your turn!"

I shake my head, I need to stop thinking about Kakashi this way. We're friends, and that's all we'll ever be. I'm just thinking too much into this for my own good.

~

"We're going to use Minato-Sensei's bell training. I want them to learn the value of teamwork," Kakashi explains.

I rest my head against the palm of my left hand,

"Yeah, I get it."

Kakashi rolls his eye as he flicks my forehead in an affectionate manner. I stick my tongue out at him, and he says,

"Come on, we've got to meet the Genin at the training field."

~

As I perch on a thick tree branch, and peek around the leaves, I see Naruto charging towards Kakashi. Not a very smart move on his part. My thoughts start to wander back to my silver haired friend, much to my disliking.

What was it like to kiss him? Would he be rough with it? Or gentle? Either way, I bet it's breathtaking.

Gah! It's happening again! I need to focus on the more important things, like training our new genin. And worrying about their progress.

When I get home, the first thing I'm doing, is grabbing Kurenai, then heading out for a drink. Hopefully, that will help me clear my head a bit.

God, I sure hoped so.