"Sure, I would like that" She smiled clinging onto his arm not feeling nervous anymore being around him, it was almost as if they were already together, even though this was the festival, and it wasn't official, she wouldn't let small things bother her during her time of fun. "I couldn't just let them not have anything, but I think that guy will think twice next time about how he kept them pinned"

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Kakashi's hand went around her waist "The octopus ride sounds like fun, let's grab a seat before the line gets too long" kakashi spoke walking with her in silence, though it was a nice silence. Looking over he saw that Hinata was with her cousin Neji and that they were holding hands, actually holding hands, like more than a couple. 'Well I didn't see that coming' he thought to himself seeing Tenten over with Shino by the fishing pond to catch a pet goldfish "Tenten and Shino, I didn't see that one coming either" tenten had always liked Neji, but he figured the female ninja got tired of waiting on him, now he saw why.

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"Eeep" Sakura made a noise when she was slid across the seat letting her guard down around him and felt his arms around her waist, but her mind was still focused on the ride as it picked up even faster at the last minute. Her hair would smell like cherries as she always loved it to if she was close to someone. Once the ride slowed coming to a stop, she got off only to stumble with how dizzy she felt, she also thought she felt silly, but her care was gone along the wind.

Shikamaru chuckled and lead her to the next game, "You're amazing, you know that?" He asked as he put down the money for the basketball game. He had to make four out of five baskets to win the giant bear. Sliding his arm out of Alara's arms he picked up the basketball. The first one it bounced off the rim and fell back. The second one rolled around the ring and slowly went in, the third went in after bouncing off the backboard. The fourth went in with ease. The fifth one bounced off the backboard, rolling around the rim twice, and barely went in. Smiling he pointed to the giant bear, "That one please." After getting the bear he walked up to Alara and held the bear out for her, "I want you to have this." Smiling widely at her he finished his sentence, "If it's not to troublesome."


Inari blushed as his hand wrapped around her waist, as they walked she relished in the feeling of his arm wrapped around her. "I think it's already has people on it but we can be in line for the next ride!" She was getting excited about getting to go on a ride that she knew would let her get close to him without having to make an excuse. Listening to him talk she nodded, "I could have guessed Neji and Hinata, the way she wanted his approval so badly... plus don't their family marries within the family?" She looked at Tenten and Shino, "Now i wasn't expecting Shino and Tenten... but I think it's cute." She saw that they were about to be at the ride and smiled up at kakashi lovingly, "What would you like to do after the ride?"


Itachi chuckled and got off the ride, putting a hand on the middle of her back to steady her. Grinning behind the mask he moved her out of the way of the crowd in the line for the ride and leaned down to whisper in her ear, "You smell delicious my blossom." He moved his mask swiftly to wink and kiss her cheek gently before it came back down over his face, "What would you like to do now? Games, Ferris wheel, or well anything you want to do." He smiled behind the mask again which he seemed to be doing a lot around his love.

Alara blushed a little at the compliment as she watched him try to win the stuffed bear for her. She knew he could do it, but wondered how would they rig this game? She really didn't want to find out honestly. Alara smiled trying to hold back from hugging him oh so suddenly then she put on a simple act "Well, I don't know...I mean it really is, troublesome" she laughed a little watching his expression while taking the bear and quickly hugging him whispering "Thank you" happily until she saw some cotton candy, yes she loves mostly anything sweet.

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"Ah I believe they do, I wonder what their families would say about that?" talking about Hinata and Neji, Hinata was looking rather cute next to a sincere Neji who kept turning red at her cuteness. "We could always get a snack afterwards, at least it's not before the ride" Kakashi spoke thinking more about Tenten and Shino "Well, she never was afraid or grossed out by his bugs so I can see it working out, and I do believe I remember seeing them go on a couple missions before" they stood in line ready to wait to go on the ride.

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Sakura's face turned almost as pinkish red as her hair in which she had started to let grow out. He actually kissed her, in the middle of a festival, and so quickly it made her smile brightly. "Some games? I do believe I want to try my luck at that strength testing game" Sakura knew she could do it, lately she had been training with the Hokage and knew she could pull that much off. "Let's hurry" as if the night would end on her at that moment.

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Time went by slowly as each couple in the festival enjoyed themselves, Sakura had almost broken the test your strength bell even if she was holding back alot, Kakashi on the other hand rode the Octopus ride with Inari as well as treating her to a romantic dinner that evening which made him be a little more nervous. Alara had played some games with Shikamaru while even riding on the Ferris wheel until their turn was up, which they even hid on it, and locked the door to go a second round.

Alara laughed when they got scolded and ran off with Shikamaru under the large weeping willow tree which was the second largest tree in the village. Sakura on the other hand pulled Itachi off to the side to where they couldn't be seen, but were on the top of a rooftop sitting while watching the moonlight ignoring those below. Tenten had kissed Shino in the shadows as Neji confessed to Hinata in front of everyone making her turn bright red.

So far the night was going quite wonderful and now it was time for it to slow to an end. As Sakura sat on the rooftop next to her love and heart, Kakashi was able to get Inari on the Ferris wheel making it stop at the top so he could get some privacy alone with her, uh in a good way that is. Alara on the other hand sat beneath the tree with her fingers interlocked with Shikamaru's.

Shikamaru sat under the willow tree with Alara, relishing in her company. The fireworks were about to start. 'Nows the perfect time to ask her!' He thought to himself. Moving to where Alara was facing him and he was facing her, he gathered all the courage he grabbed her hands and interlaced his fingers with hers. "Alara, I like you more than you probably know... and if you don't think its to troublesome... Will you be my girlfriend?" As soon as he asked fireworks started shooting into the air.


As Inari and Kakshi were on the top of the Ferris wheel she moved closer to him, the wind that blew around them made it a little chilly. Smiling she looked up at him and blushed. "So now will you tell me what the flower meant? I didn't forget it you know." She giggled and poked at his side, "Because well..." her face turned red, "I really enjoyed your company tonight, and this whole experience was amazing..." She stopped her sentence, feeling embarrassed.


As Itachi and Sakura were lounging about on the roof Itachi pulled his mask to the side in an angel where you had to be facing right in front of him to see his face. Smiling he pulled Sakura into his lap and kissed her cheek gently. Pulling away slightly he smiled at her. "Sakura, my blossom, may I make our relationship official? Will you be my girlfriend, my love... my fiance?" He pulled out the ring. Knowing that if she said yes on this day, their relationship would be strong and blessed.

Alara sat there silently listening to Shikamaru speak as it was time for the fireworks soon. Alara smiled a truly happy smile and as soon as the fireworks went off she unlaced her fingers saying "Yes" kissing him on the lips smiling within the kiss knocking them both over. She didn't care about the fireworks this year, only of what had just happened, and now tonight was perfect.

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"It means Declaration of Love, so Inari Kazutaka, will you do the honor of being the love of my life?" Kakashi asked, asking her out in his usual way he would ask someone out, however, he probably made it sound more like a cheesy line from one of his books, but he didn't care. One of his hands gently caressed one side of her face waiting for her answer. The fireworks were quite beautiful as they lit up around them making it hard for him to keep quiet "Dressed up or not, you're always so beautiful, soul and body"

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"Anyone would be an idiot to refuse you my love" Sakura was trying not to say his name as she turned to be on her knees in front of him being just about face to face with him "I will always say yes to you and I will never leave you be. So yes, I will" Sakura was so giddy with happiness as she let him put the ring on her finger smiling down at him "No matter what happens, you'll always be in my heart, even if we're apart" she wasn't trying to rhyme, but as soon as the fireworks lit the sky it changed the mood in the atmosphere making her look even more exquisite.

Shikamaru blushed deeply but closed his eyes as they kissed. Pulling away slightly he chuckled, "You're not troublesome at all." He mumbled as he kised her again. Moving them too where they were laying next to eachther he interlaced his hand with hers and stared at the sky, "Todday was perfect." He mumbled looking at her, the way the fireworks bounced light off her face every now and then. 'No one comes near her in beauty. She's amazing." He thought to himself.


Inari blushed deeply and nodded her head swiftly, "Of course I will!" Getting excited she almost jumped on him, making the cart they were in move in a rocking movement. Smiling she got Kakashi's hands and placed them on both sides of her face, looking at him lovingly. "Now it's your turn to see my whole face." She was blushing, wondering what he would think of her sharp teeth, almost like Kisame's but more delicate looking, if that was even possible.


Itachi had almost a cheshire grin as she said yes. Looking at her and the beauty of Sakura he loved. He loved that she was intelligent and kind, she was easy to anger and caring after. Sakura was perfect to him. Brushing some hair out of her face and placed it behind her ear he kissed her gently. "You are amazing my blossom. I couldn't have found anyone better." He pulled her into his lap and kissed her again, thhis time more passionately, the fireworks lighting against them both.

Alara snuggled up to him under the tree glad it wasn't a day for rain as she kept her thoughts clear then wondered if she could make it even nicer for both of them. Though today was already amazing, she would agree on that, and it was so close to perfection, well there was nothing else to sum it up really. She had the bear against the tree sort of wrapped in vines so no one could steal it. Until then she laid her head on his chest liking the moment they were sharing.

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Kakashi smiled sincerely at her with kindness in his eyes as he moved the mask down to reveal her face. He didn't jump or was startled by it, obviously he had seen enough in the past, but he saw nothing wrong with the way she was. "What am I supposed to be afraid of? All I see is a rose with thorns" though he meant that in a good way and slapped himself in the face for that comment "Wait, I don't mean anything bad by it-" Kakashi was trying to recollect his thoughts. Now he was getting embarrassed for saying something so stupid.

Shikamaru sighed contentedly as he used his free hand to pet Alara's hair, smiling. "I could get use to this easy." He mumbled as he watched the fireworks shoot off into the air. Kissing the top of Alara's head he smiled as he spoke, "Thank you for giving the best day of my life so far... I have a feeling you're going to give me to many days to just chose one as the best." He kissed the top of her head again and then relaxed back.


Smiling at Kakashi, she giggled and slowly pulled down his mask. "I don't see anything wrong with you either my handsome man." She blushed at herself, thinking she was being silly. "You're the most handsome guy I've ever seen." She whispered to him as she leaned in and placed a chaste kiss on his lips then pulled away. "My teeth are supposedly scary." She admitted to him as she looked at the fireworks going off around them.

Alara smiled "We'll be able to create alot of memories together too" she smiled being content with him and was left alone with her thoughts as things began to change and she deemed her night to be over.

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That night he actually didn't wear his headband over his eye, he didn't see the point to when they were supposed to be on a date with each other. "I don't see nothing scary about them" Kakashi spoke saying "Now stop talking" he kissed her on the lips cradling her face in his hands. The finale had just started by that time creating an atmosphere which would be hard to just create out of now here.

As the fireworks stopped Shikamaru sighed happily, "So it's getting late, should I walk you home? " He petted her hair again and squeezed her a little closer. "Although I wish we could stay like this forever." Smiling he kissed her forehead and rubbed his hand up and down her arm as it was getting colder the longer they stayed out. Right now it was just a tad bit chilly.


Inari was stunned by the man kissing her, she kissed him back with the same force, fireworks shooting off all around them. Pulling away slightly she whispered to him, "Thank you for making today perfect." She kissed him again, this time much more passionate. In her eyes the perfect man was sitting there kissing her. The night was one she would remember for a long, long time.

Alara nodded her head not really wanting to move, she knew a way to keep them both warm, but knew by doing that she would expose her power. Also they couldn't stay here all night without catching a cold. Sitting up a bit she smiled "Yea, I think Mr. Bear wants to go home too" she laughed a little reaching over for the bear cuddling it to her. Standing up she held out a hand for him while the other held onto the bear. "You know, Tsunade-sama said she would have a mission for me tomorrow" Alara spoke.

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"I should be thinking you princess, now we should get going we've been stared at for at least the last minute" Kakashi chuckled after sliding her mask up quickly so no one would see, same with his, they wouldn't need an audience for any reason. Kakashi lead her out of the ride and to the way home talking about how great the night was. Now they were in front of her apartment.

Shikamaru smiled at Alara as they got up together and his hand interlaced with hers while her other hand held onto the bear. The smile never left his face as they started knocking, "Oh, that's weird, I do too!" He wondered slightly if they would be on the same mission. Looking over at her he nearly hit a pole, correcting his mistake before it happened he used the free hand to rub his kneck embarrassed. "Maybe we will be on the same mission." He pondered outloud.


Smiling and giggling at something Kakashi said, she paused at her door, taking the key out of her pocket and sliding it in the lock, turning it to unlock. As she turned around she smiled brightly, "Would you like to come in for tea or something? I have a mission starting tomorrow so we might not get to see eachother for a little bit." She frowned slightly At this.

Alara hadn't paid attention, it seems she was more like Inari in a way than either had expected or would come to expect; thinking about it for a moment she shrugged "I don't know, it would be cool if it was, I heard Kakashi-sensei will be on my team for the mission and three others. I overheard Lady Tsunade saying Sakura had to go with us, something about she stays inside way too much lately, and living on the savings she had. Not sure why, but I just know those two are on the team of mine" the team was supposed to be of five people.

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"Interesting, I have one as well. Alara is on my team as well as Sakura, but she wouldn't tell me who the other two were yet or the details" Kakashi mentioned replying to her and shook his head "If I come in now, well it would be too soon for the first date" Kakashi pulled her to him quickly by the waist pulling both masks down and kissing her one last time passionately allowing it to last for a couple minutes under the moonlight in the warm-somewhat chilly night. Pulling away he put their masks back in place "Maybe we'll meet up on the way for information, goodnight my love"

Shikamaru tilted his head to the side thinking, "Well there is a good possibility I will be sent with you. Most of my missions lately have been with different teams and not my own." He smiled as they made it to her apartment. He pulled her in a hug for a moment, then tilted her chin and placed a chaste kiss on her lips. Pulling away he smiled, "Today wasn't troublesome at all." Winking at her he hugged her again, not really wanting to leave her side.


"Goodnight handsome!" She called out to him. Smiling she entered her house and took off her boots. Locking the door again she walked to her room and pulled out her pajamas then walked into her bathroom to shower. In the shower she thought to herself, 'I really wish I knew if I was on his team, maybe it'd be bad because I fawn over him to much.' Biting her lip she got out, put on her clothes and went straight to bed, hoping her mission would be a good one.

Alara said goodnight to Shikamaru as she returned the hug pulling back "I hope to see you tomorrow, goodnight, Tsunade wants us up quite early to get headed out that morning. So I'll talk to you more as soon as I can" Alara had been on a mission or two with Shikamaru before, but he had never witnessed her powers because there was no need to reveal them. No one was about to die or couldn't go on, so she saw no point. Kissing him on the cheek she smiled leaving him on the doorstep going inside. Taking her shoes off she began to undo her hair smiling to herself as she started to hum heading into the shower for a bit to relax. She had a shower bath which allowed for either one, so it helped at different times.

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Kakashi smiled going for a happy walk around the village glad the night worked out and wondered how much luck Shikamaru had with Alara that evening. Once he had his walk he headed back to his apartment for some sleep only to wake up the next morning early. Though it wasn't like he was a changed man, he would still be one of the late ones.

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Alara woke up the next day heading to the Hokage's office awaiting for the others to show up, she was talking to Sakura about last night, and if Sakura went with someone. Sakura wouldn't tell her anything except the fact that she did go to the festival. Tsunade wanted information on the guy, but Sakura was avoiding it or trying to. Alara helped by distracting Tsunade talking about where their mission would be.

Shikamaru woke up and went straight to the shower, knowing most missions he didn't get the luxury. As he stepped out of the steaming shower he put his clothes on quickly then tied up his hair in the normal pony tail. Sighing he headed straight for the hokage's tower. Watching the clouds as he walked slowly to the tower he smiled, thinking about the day before.


Inari was walking to the hokage tower leisurely, knowing she would be there on time. Her smiled that was on before fell as she noticed people staring at her. 'I wonder if it's my eyes, or my clothes... I don't like the stares.' 'My child, they are staring at your beauty, just make it to the hokage tower soon, I feel like it's important.' Nova's voice made her jump, she almost forgot that she was inside her. 'Glad you're back.' 'I've been here the whole time my child, you just have been busy.' Inari nodded as she picked up her pace.. Walking into the room finally she noticed Alara and Sakura was there. "Am I on the same mission?" She pondered out loud.


Shikamaru finally made it to the tower, as he entered the room (just a minute after Inari) he looked around. "So troublesome. Why weren't we all notified who was going to be on this mission.." He smiled as he walked over to Alara and stood rather close to her... almost protectively.. like he was saying "Mine". This was all subconsciously, a trait that ran through the male Nara's, being protective.

Sakura looked at Alara thankfully, even if the female didn't know about Sakura's date, she was grateful she distracted Tsunade the way she did. While Tsunade was distracted Alara heard Inari's voice behind her "Inari, I guess since we're all in the same room. Though Kakashi is always late" Alara spoke hearing Sakura say "Actually he is outside the window reading his book" Sakura sighed as Tsunade disappeared outside throwing Kakashi through the open window making Alara pull Sakura to her and out of the way. "Haha Kakashi-sensei just got tossed" Alara laughed a little to Sakura making a joke that the female, pink hair ninja understood.

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"Yeah, yeah, laugh it up. So now that it seems like we're all here together, what kind of mission is this Tsunade?" Kakashi waited for Tsunade's answer and heard Shikamaru speak. "I have been wondering the same question"

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Tsunade looked at the boys "It was the request of the one who created the mission, no one is allowed to know until today, otherwise it could have interrupted last night as well. I won't get in between two people like that unless it deals with Orochimaru. "Now listen up, You can choose the pairings, I don't really care. However, the main point of the mission is not to get caught. There have been random couples up & disappearing for no reasons what so ever. No bodies are ever found, nor traces of those taken, and it is now up to the five of you to go under cover as couples to see if you can find them. Sakura or Alara being one of the youngest girls here will have to play as the daughter to one of you. However, seeing as Kakashi is the most protective of his students, Sakura should be played as his daughter seeing as it would make sense. This way if anyone gets captured and Sakura is left alone, then she can escape to tell any details to the first leaf member she finds."

Tsunade continues "I want you to leave right away, go on the way to the Iwagakure, the land of earth's village. Cut through the hidden rain village, then Ishigakura, and make it to the earth village from there" Tsunade handed Shikamaru the map. "So get going and see what you can find out, you have no time limit as I can't guarantee when they will try to take you. Try not to use your ninja skills,but someone has to be important for them to take. Get going, now" Tsunade watched Alara lead Sakura out of the room taking her by the hand, the pink hair ninja seemed to be in a daze.

Map

Inari and Shikamaru looked at each other, something didn't seem right. Inari stopped everyone at the lobby and spoke softly, "We need to figure out the couples. What would y'all prefer. Kakashi and myself with Shikamaru and Alara? That seems logical seeing as Sakura would be playing Kakashi's daughter, or do any of you have a different plan?' She stood with a hand on her hip. Though she looked like she was giving a lecture to them from others views, what is what she wanted, but she had a kind look on her face.


Shikamaru put his hands behind his head, holding it like how he did when he watched the clouds, "This mission sounds troublesome." He rolled his eyes as Inari talked about the couples like there was a choice, which got a glare from her. "Well technically gay couples can have children but its to troublesome." He thought he made it clear with Inari which side he was on in the topic. Then again he could have opened Pandora's box with this one.

"I think with Inari's hair and Kakashi's that it would make more sense for you two to be the parents of Sakura. Though Sakura you'll have to remember not to call Kakashi-sensei, 'sensei'" Alara spoke looking over at the silver hair and orange hair thinking pink could be a possible outcome.

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"She's right, it would make things more believable if that happened, so you'll have to learn or remember to call us mom and dad" Kakashi spoke seeing how quiet his student was "Sakura?" Kakashi asked her to snap her out of her daze "Oh what? Yea, yea I'll remember that, okay" then she focused back on the ring on her hand. Kakashi was about to say something, but Alara interrupted

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"We don't have time for small things, we need to make sure we have everything since this is going be a week or longer before we reach the first village" Alara was quite good at knowing the routes without maps and that is why she was sent on missions such as these with or without a map in case the map would be lost.

Inari openly stared at Sakura, noticing how the ring she held was more of an engagement ring than any normal ring. Turning and looking at Kakashi she cleared her throat, "Well I'm off to pack, seeing as I need to find my village clothes." With that she started walking away, worried about Sakura. "I''ll meet at the gate in about an hour and half." She was determined to find nice villager clothes of her that she had.

Shikamaru tilted his head watching Inari leave. "That's not normal for her, she rarely takes charge. I wonder what upset her..." He looked at the group again. "But she's right, we don't need to wear our ninja attire. So I should be heading off too." He gently squeezed Allara's shoulder and gave her a look like he didn't want to leave. But he started walking off aswell.

Kakashi figured that everyone, except Alara and Shikamaru realized there was something off about Sakura. "Alara, would you mind if I spoke to you a bit first?" seeing Alara shake her head made him curious "Maybe before the mission, Sakura is a bit spacey today, I'm going to help her pack" Alara walked with Sakura to each other's places packing to get ready and changing into something simple not to stand out.

Alara helped pick out Sakura's outfit, if she was going to play the daughter of Kakashi and Inari, then she was going to look like a rebel or a punk that would be acting out. It would work with the way her anger was sometimes and be perfect for causing distractions. Sakura was wearing: black and red arm warmers up to her elbows with black and red matching stockings which went above her knees two inches, knee boots that were black and went just an inch or two below her knees. There was a red bow on the back of her skirt just for style obviously and a silver skull in the midst of it. She wore a black fishnet t-shirt which went under the black belly shirt which it's straps on the sides as if they fell down, but they were made to look like that. Her leaf village headband was gone being replaced with a normal red headband made of fireproof cloth. This was given to her by Alara who had alot of clothes even though she never wore half of them.

Alara wore a blue jean skirt with a dark green spaghetti strap tank top with black arm warmers, matching dark green slip ons with comfort and a good sole to not hurt her feet, and a small black shawl (while on only went barely past her shoulders) After packing they went to meet up, Alara even kept her hair down like usual, but kept hair ties with her just in case. Her bangs would sometimes go in her face, but she believed she chose the right outfit for both of them.

After Kakashi packed he got ready wearing dark blue pants with tall black boots to his knees, a normal dark green t-shirt that sort of showed off his body a bit more, he had a jacket or sweater in his bag so right now he didn't need it. Though he kept his mask on and made it look like he had a bandage over his eye instead of his leaf village headband. Meeting up with the others on time for once, knowing Tsunade was about to kill anyone with the slight hint of not doing as they were told, Kakashi waited though he was surprised to see how Sakura had changed, and less in a daze she was.

Inari started looking through all her clothes, she finally picked a few out. Hoping that her new "family" had an edgier side to it she put on some knee length combat boots wit fishnet stockings, cut off blue jean shirts, her shirt was a loose band t-shirt that had the sleeves cut out (where the sides are cut out too to see the bra) and a neon pink bra underneath. Pulling her hair into a ponytail she wore her mask underneath and smirked happily, "The masked couple. HA! At least we will match kind of, I wonder if Sakura wants to have a mask too?" She pondered out loud. Packing at least a few different outfits that she could use all in different ways. She packed some makeup (mostly black with bright lipsticks.) and put on some eyeliner and made herself have smokey eyes. Walking out the appartment and locking it she headed straight to the gates, knowing she would be early so she sat down and pulled out a famous orange book she decided to read finally.


Shikamaru sighed as he headed upstairs to pack. His normal outfits that weren't his ninja was mainly blue jeans, or kackies. Deciding on taking blue jeans and forest green and black underarmer, that all but stuck to his skin, and a few normal green and black shirts. After he was all packed up he headed to the gates, expecting to be there first and was surprised to see Inari. "Wow, Inari... you look... different." At this Inari pouted. "To much?" He shrugged his shoulders. "Just have to wait and see what Sakura and Kakashi-sensei wears." This made her a bit nervous, they wouldn't have time to repack.

Kakashi decided at the last minute to wear a pair of dark pants with a navy blue t-shirt with green fingerless gloves and his same mask, but kept the bandages on as well thinking it would make a good effect to his appearance. Walking up to Inari and Shikamaru Kakashi noticed how different Inari had looked, had they all had the same idea? He wasn't sure, but what he did know was that Inari looked beautifully wild "Wow..." was all he could say until he heard a voice behind him.

"Kashi please stop drooling, you'll ruin your own outfit" Alara spoke walking with Sakura hand in hand "Ina I think Kashi is trying to tell you that you are 'hot'" Sakura stood next to her with defiance and then thought for a moment "I know I look like you two with the styles of the outfit, but something is missing, what do you think Inari?" Sakura asked the older orange hair girl.

Inari blushed and looked at the ground while they all spoke, when Sakura addressed her she shrugged and looked up at her, "Well both Kakashi and I have masks, wouldn't it make sense for our hypothetical kid to wear one as well? It was just a thought, I have a few extra if you want one... I can take my mask off if need be but I woulld really rather not." She frowned near the end and shook her head thinking to herself that only Kakashi could see her face normally, everyone else who has seen it died. The sad truth of being a ninja.

Shikamaru chimed in, "I think that would also be a good idea." Looking over at Alara a huge smirk graced his face as he walked over to her and slipped his arm around her waist, "You look gorgeous" He whisepered and looked over everyone. "With the mask y'all look like a family more." This made Inari blush which made him chuckle at her innocence in the matter.

Sakura nodded "It would make us like a family then, wouldn't it? Okay, do you have one to match my outfit? A black one?" pink would stand out waaaay too much on her face and probably blend with her hair. Sakura smiled at how Inari was reacting to what Shikamaru said "Alright I think we have everything once I get the mask on, right?" Sakura asked.

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Alara smiled leaning into Shikamaru ready to get this mission started "Danke, Shika" Alara used his nickname when greeting him in another language she had learned. Enjoying how nice the weather was, Alara closed her eyes for a moment, though around her outfit were different forms of crystals.