When He Met Her ( Kakashi x Reader ), Book 2 - Season 3

Chapter 13

~ Kurenai's apartment ~

"I have to tell you something, but don't freak out (Name). You must swear to keep this a secret until I'm ready to speak out about it." You stared at Kurenai with worry and concern while only nodding slowly as a response. Kurenai exhaled then smiled at you.

"I'm pregnant!"

Time had frozen in that instant for you as the word 'pregnant' echoed repeatedly in your head as your jaw remained dropped.

"P.. p.. pregnant?! You and Asuma?!"

"Yes!" You jumped up, ran to Kurenai, and hugged her as you both screamed and laughed with joy. You two both sat on the couch with cheesy grins and blushing at the thought of the news.

"Oh my goodness, Kurenai! I'm so happy for you! I'm going to be an Aunt! When did you find out?"

"I found out recently when I went to the hospital. It was around the time you went to visit Naruto and Sai with Kakashi. I told Asuma and he was extremely happy. I can't wait for him to return from his mission." Kurenai said as she caressed her stomach lovingly. You watched her while blushing, you knew you'd be in that stage with Kakashi soon and your blush worsened just thinking about it.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

You both looked at each other and smiled thinking it was Asuma on the other side of the door, with flowers behind his back, and acting all flustered to see Kurenai as usual. Kurenai ran to the door and opened it eagerly to only find Shikamaru. Her excitement died down as she exhaled and realized it wasn't Asuma. You noticed Shikamaru being serious, but it was different than his everyday seriousness. Something wasn't right and you felt it. You slowly approached the door and stood behind Kurenai.

"Shikamaru, you're back from the mission. What can I do for you?"

"I need to tell you something... it's Asuma..." you held your gut as you started to get an idea of what direction this was heading. Kurenai started to worry.

"Asuma? Is he in the hospital? Is he hur-"

"Asuma is dead."

You covered your mouth as you gasped and tears drop from your face. You looked at Kurenai, she just stood there. Completely frozen and lost in shock.

"He died during the mission. Asuma had multiple fatal wounds. We tried to save him. He didn't survive." Shikamaru continued to speak with a serious face. You could tell that the guilt and grief Shikamaru had was tearing him apart on the inside. You knew that he felt like it was his responsibility to at least let Kurenai know. He had to keep his composure together. Even though you knew, he wanted to scream and cry to the top of his lungs.

Tears slowly dropped from Kurenai's face. You hugged her from behind to try to comfort her. It was the only thing you felt like you could do as you slowly witnessed her world collapsing and her heart breaking. Kurenai dropped to the ground with you and stared into nothing. Then Kurenai started slowly screaming and crying. You kept holding her as she cried into your chest.

"I'm here... let it all out... you won't be alone through this..." you said as he continued to hold her. You continued to cry softly as you let Kurenai share her pain with you. Shikamaru looked away while frowning with his eyes closed.

~ After Asuma's funeral ~

You were walking side by side with Kurenai back to her apartment. Kakashi was behind you two but kept his distance so he wouldn't disturb both of you. As you approached her apartment, Kurenai stopped you and turned around.