"Where are those idiots?"

You just ignore Sasori with his grumpy behavior while looking around you. Today is the last day of autumn festival and this is going to be last challenge for this year. Thank goodness! But, you still need to complete Mitsuya's order first. It may take a lot of time so you plan to negotiate with him since you want to accomplish his wish.

You glance at your watch and sighed. "Five minutes left before the competition starts. I hope those two aren't forget about this..." You started to heave a rough sigh as well.

"Oi! We're here! We're here!"

You look at the direction of the voice and let out sigh of relief. Finally, Itachi and Deidara are here. They jogged towards you and Sasori's direction and stopped right in front of the two of you.

Sasori didn't want to say anything so you decided to do the same. Your team quickly take a glance at the table that are filled with ingredients. Veggies, meats, eggs, flour, milk and some other things are there as well. You will be given 30 minutes to make a full course dishes.

"(y/n) and Itachi can take care of Desserts and drinks while me and Danna will take care of the main dishes. So, what do you guys have in head?" Deidara asked, he seriously seems like leader right now.

"For drinks, I think fruit cocktail is going to be great since we have fruits on our table... Desserts... I say we go for crepe cake." You gave your opinion.

"That sounds nice. I think for the first course, dango and green tea is good too." Itachi said.

"Okay, that's a plan. Danna?"

"I'll do the heavy course. Tonkatsu with tempura including the dipping sauce." Sasori told his menu.

Deidara sneered, "That's not even a heavy course, Danna. Fine. I'll make peyoung yakisoba, natto and karaage. I think we have enough ingredients for those things."

Before anyone in your team could say anything, the judge for this competition is here and it is Minato-sensei. How lucky to have a good man like him to be the head judge. There are other two judges that will help him as well.

"Okay, we have four teams with us today. The Home Economics Club with their leader Mitsuya Takahashi, Class 1-D with their leader Hyuga Neji, Art Club with their leader Deidara and the Class 3-E with their leader Mitaba Kuromi." Minato read the contestants list, read the rules out loud and finally announce, "Start cooking!"

You and your team quickly went into work, making the dishes that have been discussed just now. Thirty minutes is not a long time for sure. Upon finishing things in your hand, you need to lend a hand for the others as well. Since your team is an Art Club, the presentation must be the top tier so it must be done neatly and most importantly, pretty and delicious.

It's not long when the thirty minutes is up and your team barely finished on time. Huffing and puffing breath while wiping the sweat despite of the cold weather with handkerchief. Your hair is a bit disheveled, but you don't dare to touch it since your hands are dirty as well. Not just your hair and your hands, there are a lot of spots on your apron and flour on your black pants, and some on your face as well. Not just you, others are the same.

After serving the dishes for the judges. The four of you plopped down on a bench, trying to catch a breath.

"Good...job, everyone." Deidara praised, still heaving roughly.

"I don't really care about the result", Sasori stated while wiping his face with small towel.

"Do you guys have water?" You pant as well.

"Senpai! Here! Here!"

You were a bit startled when someone not from your team hand out you and bottle of cold water. Look up to see the face of this person, you sighed.

You reached out your hand to take the bottle, "You're everywhere, huh, Tayuya. Thanks-"

Itachi quickly snatch the bottle away and said, "Wait here." He threw the bottle into a trash bin and walked away.

You were shocked. Deidara and Sasori were shocked. And Tayuya was shocked as well but her expression turn into rage, shouting in anger. "What the hell is wrong with that f*cker?!"

"Maybe you are that 'wrong', Tayuya."

Great, another unfamiliar voice, your little self utter in your mind before turning to look at who it is. A blonde- no. He has a few black hair that are clearly visible in the distance of 1 meter, he was sucking a lollipop at the moment before smiling at you, Tayuya, Deidara and Sasori but all of you can see that his sweet smile is definitely a fake! That kind of smile might hide an evil or mischievous plan within his head.

Who is this guy? He's not the second year like you because he's a bit short. But it doesn't hide the fact he's different. The aura surrounding him is a bit...strong?

"What the hell, Fujiko?!" Tayuya, she's clearly a hot headed one but this is clearly the first time you saw her like that. But, set that aside first.

What did Tayuya called him just now? Fujiko? Is it that infamous Fujiko Seriyama? Sehoon?! President or chief commander of Tokyo Shocho?!

You look at the other two, Sasori just let out sighed and pinch his temple while Deidara, wait. He's acting weird. Why do he looks so calm and... furious? This is not like him at all. He should be freaked out, being extra nervous or at least, overjoy and say hi to this guy.

Then, another guy with a high ponytail came as well and greet the three of you with a very well manner. "Hi, Hatake, Akasuna, Deidara."

"Do you need something, Drako?" Sasori asked the guy with ponytail.

"Not really. Just wanting to say 'hi'", the guy who Sasori called Drako just now replied.

Of course you know who he is. He's in class 2-B, Matsuda Ryuchihiro. The deputy chief commander of Tokyo Shocho gang. You always bumped into him during classes and during on the way to enter class. He's a very nice guy, putting the fact that he's the vice commander of a gang, his personality is very likeable. Eventhough always engaged into fights, he never bullies or even talk in a rude manner. He is one of the contestants for Karate Tournament before as well, he's the champion for Category C for males. So, no doubt about his fighting skill.

"Oh." Deidara muttered before he looks away.

"Hhmm... By the way, my name is Fujiko Seriyama but you can call Sehoon. I'm in class 1-A. Nice to meet you all." Sehoon introduced himself.

"This is Akasuna Sasori and this is Hatake (y/n)." Deidara said in your behalf, finally take a chance to stare at Sehoon. It seems like he actually know who he is.

"I see... Now I understand why Hatake-sensei's daughter is not so famous. She's just a normal one but has a skill." Sehoon said in a very comfortable manner.

"Sehoon, that's actually rude." Drako warned his friend.

"That's right, bastard! You should show some respect for Hatake-senpai!" Tayuya said, defending you.

"Hhmm...is that so? But actually we came not just to say hi but to warn you Hatake." Sehoon said, making you slightly taken aback from his word.

Did you ever offended him before? Oh no. This is bad.

"Be careful with this sly girl, Hatake." Drako said.

"Ryu-chin! In the one who want to say that!" Sehoon said angrily, pouting in the process. If you don't know him, which you actually don't really know him but you just heard the rumors...you might say that those rumors are fake on how cute this guy's is acting. For you who already know him, it's more terrifying now.

"YOU-" Tayuya was cut off by another raven guy who came from behind her back.

"I agree with Matsuda. You need to watch your back while being with her, (y/n)."

"I-Itachi-kun?" You were pretty shocked when he suddenly showed up and agree with Drako's statement. Then, he tossed a bottle of water to you before crossing his arms, looking at Tayuya intensely. Is he angry with her?

Sehoon smiled, "It's a real deal when Uchiha-san voiced out as well, right?"

"You!" Tayuya, it seems she's extra furious and about to lunge at the three of them at once but as you want to stop her, Deidara already snatch her arm, twisting it before hold it up.

"Don't you see? We're all quite busy here." Deidara said, he seems like he has a deep grudge towards this girl.

"Senpai!" Tayuya called you, hoping that you will be on her side.

You sighed and said, "Let go of her. We have no time for this."

"Hey, you guys! Minato-sensei wants to announce the winner!" Mitsuya waved at your group which is now has larger crowd while grinning innocently.

Itachi, who already stand on the ground went ahead first, followed by Sasori, you and Deidara. Sehoon and Drako follow your group as well as they're quite curious on who is the winner for this challenge. Plus, it is one of their member as well who challenged your group.

"And the winner for this competition is...." Minato made it sound dramatic but everyone seems exhausted and can't show any sense of nervousness now. "... The Art Club!"

Your team was so shocked that everyone rounded their eyes in disbelief. Is this real?

"Wait...is that a joke?" Deidara asked, showing that he didn't believe this thing at all. Okay, who in their right head will think this is real since the Art Club was on defeats streak since their first challenge. And this time, they won?

"Where is the leader of this team? Please claim your prize." Minato-sensei said again while smiling at your group.

"President!" You, Itachi and Sasori caught him back to the earth and push him to the front to receive the prize. It is nothing but a hamper of junk food with four medals for your team.

After retrieving the prize, Deidara distribute the medal to your team and Mitsuya came up to congratulate your group. It seems with Itachi's sudden return truly brings luck for your club.

After discussing with Mitsuya about the colouring book, he understands that it might takes time and he clearly said "take your time". Also, you got to chat with Sehoon and Drako too, and to know another shocking fact that Deidara is actually a member of Tosho! Not just that, he's actually the founding member as well. Not only that too, he is the captain of the first division in that gang as well.

That's a shocking news, even Sasori didn't know about this. He was angry at first but he didn't show it. The fact that Deidara is keeping this for himself is that he afraid that he will lose the three of you if all of you know about this. Sehoon and Drako actually respected him by keeping this as a secret as well but now, he finally open up.

Not long after that, all of you clean everything in the school, tearing away the decorations at the stall, class and around the school before tearing the stall away as well. It was so exhausting.

You asked your father to walk home with your friends and since he still have a 'business', he let you off. You thanked him and went home with your friends, Deidara, Sasori and Itachi.

Sasori was still upset, knowing that Deidara is a member of a gang, a captain on top of that, he was silent the whole way. Deidara keep on apologizing over and over again but Sasori ignore him completely.

"F-Fine! My mother is coming home late, let's hang out at my place." He said.

You and Itachi don't want to interrupt them and just let them go by themselves. Separating ways, it's just you and Itachi now. A bit awkward.

"So...about the thing that you want to talk about..." You started, not wanting this silence to go on.

"Hn." He replied.

You looked at him, confused. You raised your eyebrows at him, waiting for him to continue his words.

He stopped in his track, he's just a few steps away from you. Despite his tired facial, he still looks so handsome and pretty at the same time. That black locks swaying behind his back following the wind's rhythm is a perfect match for his pale-white skin. He looks so skinny but actually not, he's not really muscular but his body is what you can say a perfect shape. His chest is not so wide but still a perfect place to lean on, that slender neck, his strong arm with those delicate yet long fingers but already did a lot of work. Everything about him is just perfect. The real prince charming in this modern world. Even his family is rich, what else do you expect from him? He's athletic, smart, generous. The only thing about him is allergy towards girls, other than that. Perfect.

He opened his mouth but shut it back, he did this for a few time before gathering his strength again. He clench his fist, tension is building in his shoulder and mind while his face is clearly pink, not sure it was the effect of the orange sun or he was embarrassed.

You wait for him, not saying a word but you're more than nervous too. It seems like...he wants to...say something important. You grip your bag, building your confidence as well.

"I-I like you, Itachi-kun!"

Out of sudden, you're the one who said it out loud. You were so embarrassed that you look down the entire time with your bangs hiding your red face.

Itachi who was gathering his confidence was startled. Then, he also said, "I like you too, (y/n)."

Hearing that from him, makes you want to jump or even throw yourself into the abyss because of your embarrassment. Suddenly, a pair of strong hands wrapped your body and your ear was on his chest. You can hear how fast his heart is beating and the heat radiating from his body. Itachi is hugging you. This is the second time now and that sparks is exploding in your heart.

He rested his head on your shoulder and you can feel your shoulder is getting wet. Is he...crying?

There's no one walking by at this neighborhood so it's fine. You wrapped your hands around him while stroking his head gently. It feels warm. You feel...weak against him but safe. The only man that can provide you this kind of feeling is only your father before, loving, kind and safe in his hands. And now, there is another man now. That man is Uchiha Itachi. Your first love.

"I...like you, very, very, much, (y/n)." He said before pulling away. It was a very fast act but you can see it, he was wiping tears away.

"I-Itachi-kun..."

"Why...do you like me back?" He asked.

"What?"

"Nothing..." He said while putting his hand at his mouth as he was forcing himself for not vomiting.

"Are you okay, Itachi-kun?" You asked him, wanting to hold his hands but afraid that will trigger his allergy reaction. He's so strong yet fragile in your sight now. He can fight a few men without any problem but a single touch from a woman can make him fall sick. That's why you are so careful with him.

"(y-y/n)." He called you.

"If...if you are to wait for me, can you...wait for me, (y/n)?" He said you and you can see how scared he is right now.

"Itachi-kun...what are you talking about-"

"Answer me, (y/n). I.. never felt like this before and I know that I love you so much that I lost my cool just now, crying on your shoulder..." He paused before looking at you straight in the eye. "Can you wait for me?"

You were on the brink of your tears upon hearing this from him. You can't think any possible answer and nodded you head a few times. "Yes, I will wait for you. Until then, don't let anyone take your heart other than me, okay?"

He pulled you into a hug once again, not wanting to let you go or he is afraid that you will rum away from his embrace. He's acting weird and this gives you a rough emotional wave in your heart. You're so happy that he actually loves you too and your heart is so eager to know on why did he ask that kind of question. Did he... planning to be away from you?

Still in his arms, you asked, "Itachi-kun, why-"

"(y/n). Trust me. I will come back for you. I promise."

***

"Ugh! Those bastards!"

"Not in a good mood, huh?"

Tayuya look behind and she sneered. "No. I'm good. Real good right now."

"So, everyone is here?"

Tayuya didn't care about them. Right now, she's with four other guys. A pair of twin, a guy with heavy eyebags and another big fat but tough guy. They are still waiting for the person who is practically their 'boss' right now.

"Where is that f*cker?!" The guy with eyebags shout in anger while banging the wall with his fist.

"Shut up, Kidomaru. We are still in public, don't bang your fist like that or the owner of the shop will chase us away." The fat guy told the guy named Kidomaru.

"F*ck it! I'm f*cking tired right now!" Kidomaru totally didn't care about that. Even the passerbys are looking at him like he was crazy so that they quickly walk away from that group.

"Keep your spit for other occasion, Jirobo. That guy will never listen to anyone." Another guy who is one of the twins finally said.

"Hmph, when he's mad, he is even worst than Tayuya when she's on her period." Another twin said making Tayuya furious.

"Sakon! Ukon! Watch your f*cking bloody mouth! I really want to smash all of you to death right now." Tayuya growled.

"Ahh...I'm sorry that I'm late, guys."

"Kabuto! You dog f*cker!" Kidomaru said angrily.

"Okay, okay now... Tayuya, I don't know why you f*cked up just after we discussed things..." Kabuto sighed, pushing his glasses at the bridge of his nose.

"Shut it, four eyes. Now what is your plan? It's true that Uchiha Itachi will leave this country soon but I'm more than sure that he already warned her about me. Now what? We can't forcefully drag her into our gang since she's a bit fiesty." Tayuya grumbles.

"Aaahh... that's why I like her so much. I love fiesty girl." Kabuto said with his tinted pink cheeks then continue to say, "Of course I have another idea."

"You always prepare, huh, Kabuto?" Jirobo praised him.

"If we can't take her in because she doesn't trust us...then, she will if someone she trust pull her in..." Kabuto said while smirking.

***

"Oi, Bakashi! Do we have any other place to meet up? Why must supermarket?!"

Kakashi didn't really care about that raven, instead he quickly pick up some veggies to put in his shopping basket. Seeing so domestic but still hot that a lot of ladies and older women are glancing at him. That's why Obito is cursing this masked man internally. This is so embarrassing! They look like a pair of couple now!

"Easy, it's really hard to reach you to meet up at bars, cafes or even at mall. Second, it is less suspicious when we meet here. Third, I need to refill my refrigerator and counter. Fourth, Rin asked you to buy some groceries too. Fifth, you're babysitting right now." Kakashi mocked Obito who is clearly carrying his son in his arm.

Obito's face flushed red. He really want to throw this annoying guy into a nuclear reactor now!

"Oto-san, eggs. Oka-san told you to buy eggs". His son remind him making him feel more embarrassed.

"Hmm? First time, daddy?" Kakashi is still not satisfied.

Obito showed a disgusted face at Kakashi and he could feel that his stomach is rumbling making him want to throw up. "Bakashi! Don't call me that, you idiot suspicious mask wearer!"

"Call what? Oh...daddy?"

"Stop!!!"