A Magical Dream

Chapter 4

Note: If I'm being honest, I had no intention on rewriting and completing this story, but because of one person who not only voted, commented, but also, followed me, I became inspired enough to finish this. So, I thank and dedicate this whole story to @Alexa_Rock41!

Please enjoy Chapter 4!

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Kakashi's POV:

"Alright, you are free to go." Ino announces with a warm smile on her face after she's finished redressing my cut. It must be the way the sunlight is shining on her, but if I didn't know any better, I would have mistaken her for an angel.

"Thanks, Ino." I respond, hoping that she hadn't noticed the slight pause when I had been staring at her.

"Yeah, no problem." she says with a laugh. "Now go and finish your report." she orders and I can't help but quirk an eyebrow upwards.

I stand up and shove my hands into my pockets. "Fine, I'll go since you want me to so badly." I joke. "But, I can still come over for dinner right?"

"Why wouldn't you?"

"Just checking."

"You should know by now that you are always welcome to come over." She laughs and tucks a few strands of her hair behind her ear. The gesture reminds me of last night when I had done the same and I'm thankful it didn't cause us to become awkward. In fact, it still surprises me how nonchalant we are acting, but maybe I'm looking into it too much, I doubt she thought of last night as a heated moment like I did.

"I'll try not to keep you waiting. Bye, Ino." I say, tearing my eyes away from her face. It's a dangerous game looking at her for too long.

"Bye, Kakashi." she replies and I swear, if she continues to look at me with those innocent eyes, I may not be able to control myself. So, the reasonable thing I do is casually walk away, but the moment I am out of her view, I make my get away.

Ino's POV:

When Kakashi leaves, I grip the edge of the bed and sink to a squat. He must have seen right through me. Did he see the blush on my face? Was he trying to make me feel better by pretending he didn't see it by looking away?

A sinking feeling of dread wells in my stomach, I'm an idiot. It doesn't help that the image of his mask less face is forever ingrained in my mind. Remembering that moment, I shudder, why did I whisper in his ear like that? Why do I act so stupid when I'm sleep deprived?

"Um, Ino. You alright?"

I whip my head around to see Sakura standing behind me with a concerned expression on her face. I quickly stand up and straighten out my uniform. I shift uncomfortably under her gaze wondering how she'd feel knowing my conflicted feelings towards her former Sensei.

"Yeah." I reply all too quickly and a nervous laugh escapes my lips before I can stop myself. "just fine."

She gives me a wary look and a shake of her head. "Well, anyway, if you are done doing whatever you were doing, your next patient is waiting for you." she informs, handing me a clipboard and I nod in appreciation.

"Thanks, Forehead-chan." I tease and laugh as a visible vein throbs on her forehead. Before she can begin to yell at me, I exit the room quickly.

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"Y'know, I was thinking about potting some new flowers." I remark, staring at whatever remains of the shriveled plant sitting on my windowsill as we eat dinner at my house.

"What type?" Kakashi asks and I make the mistake by looking back at him. Well, to be more specific, looking at his bare face. He seems comfortable with it off now after last night.

My breath hitches before I manage to reply, "Maybe some streptocarpus. They are pretty and would make nice indoor plants." I avert my eyes back to staring out of the window and fight the urge to literally ogle his undeniably alluring face.

"I'll help." he offers while taking another bite of his food. I flash him an appreciative smile before going back to my own plate. "I have a day off tomorrow." he adds.

"That's perfect."

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Dear Readers,

Chapter 4 is now out! I hope you enjoyed reading this! I am truly glad that I decided to continue the story and I hope it will satisfy my readers. Thank you for all of your support and more chapters will be released soon! Have an amazing day and don't forget to vote and comment!

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