InuYasha Fan Fiction / Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ Shinobi and Miko: A Collection of One-Shots ❯ A Secret Admirer KabutoKagome ( Chapter 10 )

Title: A Secret Admirer

Pairing: Kabuto/Kagome

Rating: T

Summary: A stranger leaves Kagome notes at her temporary job at the Ichiraku Ramen shop. She tries to figure out who and gains a new friend in the process.

Dedication: From mediaminer.org, this is for I3lue w0lf,Kira'sGirl, and We're In Heaven. From fanfiction.net, Natsumi Tsuchi-Ookami.

Note: Shiori Kana Lover of Hiei, I think that's a really great idea! I would love to read some of the stories you've collected/wrote/ read. Please send me the site URL once it's finished/under construction! <3

 

 

 

Kagome,

I've been watching you. Your smile makes the bright shining sun seem dull.

-A Secret Admirer

 

 

Higurashi Kagome picked up the note on the floor.

“Teuchi-sama, do you know who put this here?”

 

The owner of the Ichiraku Ramen stand, Teuchi, walked over to Kagome and read the note over her shoulder.

“I don't think so, Kagome-chan. But it seems like you have a secret admirer.”

 

Ayame, Teuchi's daughter, came bounding over.

“Ooh! You're so lucky Kagome!”

 

Teuchi gently bashed his daughter over the head with a bowl and berated her.

“Ayame! You know you can't date until you're twenty! The world's filled with horrible men. You need to learn how to stand up against them. Until then, you can't date.”

 

“Teuchi-sama, I don't think Ayame should have to wait that long. She's a strong girl, and I think she can stand up for herself in the face of danger.”

 

He frowned slightly then smiled and put his arms around Kagome and Ayame.

“Okay Ayame! When you find a man, bring him home and I'll judge to see if he's worthy enough for you. He probably won't be, but I'll give him a chance.”

 

Ayame hugged Kagome happily.

“Thank you thank you thank you!”

 

Kagome smiled and hugged Ayame back.

“You're welcome. Just pick the right man okay?”

 

“You too! I hope you find out your secret admirer soon!”

 

“Arigato Ayame-chan.”

 

“Kagome nee-chan (Sister Kagome, not as a nun but as in siblings)! Kagome nee-chan!”

 

“Coming Naruto-kun! Teuchi-sama, if I know Naruto, he wants another bowl of beef ramen.”

 

“May I have another bowl of beef ramen? Arigato!”

 

“Hai Naruto-kun!”

 

A slim yet masculine hand peeked through the flaps to the ramen shop. A soothing, melodic voice called out a greeting.

“Ohayo gozaimasu (formal way to say “good morning”). Is Naruto-kun here?”

The flaps parted to show a handsome boy with silver hair. His dashing dark gray eyes, framed by his glasses, had lighter flecks in them that seemingly glowed in the sunlight. Silver hair was held back by a gray pony-tail holder. He had on a purple sleeveless top over a white t-shirt and he had purple gloves on. An ivory sash held up purple pants.

 

Naruto looked up from his ramen and grinned.

“Kabuto!”

 

“Ohayo Naruto-kun, how are you doing today?”

 

“Great! What's up?”

 

“I wanted to wish you luck before the main matches. You have a lot more power than I do.”

This was said by Kabuto rubbing the back of his head in embarrassment.

 

“That's not true Kabuto! You helped me, Sasuke, and Sakura-chan get through the Forest of Death! We would have been kicked out without you!”

 

“That's true, but you made it to the finals.”

 

“Only because you gave up!”

 

“One beef ramen Naruto-kun! Ohayo! What would you like today?”

 

Kabuto smiled pointedly at Kagome.

“Ohayo, Kagome-chan. I would like one bowl of oden please.”

 

“Do I…know you…?”

 

Kabuto shook his head and extended a hand, which Kagome gladly took.

“Yakushi Kabuto.”

He took a deck of cards out of his pocket. One side was blank, while the other was orange with the symbol, “patience” on it. Kabuto took a card from the deck and placed it on the table. He put his finger on the card and Kagome heard an audible “poomph”. Her face appeared on the card, along with her ninja stats.

 

“H-how did you get all this information?!”

 

“Naruto-kun's been telling me about you. He says you're an excellent kunoichi (female ninja), so I did some research on you. I understand you have no team, yet you do missions.”

 

Kagome nodded at Kabuto.

“Either I do the mission alone or Hokage-sama puts me with another team.”

 

“If I may say so, I've never heard of this happening before Kagome-sama.”

 

“I arrived in Konoha a few weeks ago. By then, the teams were long placed and if I were to be placed in a team, they would be many years my elder. I'm 18, and Naruto-kun and the others are thirteen. Their juniors would be between eleven and twelve.”

 

“I'm nineteen. And still a genin.”

He scratched the back of his head again.

 

Kawaii (cute)!

“I've never taken any tests, so I guess I'm still a genin too.”

 

Kabuto smiled faintly at Kagome.

“I know. But I'm surprised that you are. Your powers are extraordinary. You are a talented ninja, and you have some priestess powers I believe.”

 

“H-hai…but can you please not tell others about my powers? I don't want them to think I'm any different from them.”

 

“Of course Kagome-chan. I would think the same thing if I was in your spot.”

 

“Arigato Kabuto-san!”

 

Teuchi called to Kagome from where he stood in front of the bubbling ramen soup pot.

“What does the young man want Kagome?”

 

Kagome blushed and quickly bowed apologetically to Kabuto.

“Gomen nasai (I'm very sorry)! I'm so sorry! I should have been placing your order with Teuchi-sama, not chattering away to you! He wants oden, Teuchi-sama!”

 

Kabuto held up a hand.

“It's alright Kagome-chan. It was nice talking to you. Can I have my oden to go? I need to be somewhere in a few minutes.”

 

“Okay. Teuchi-sama, Kabuto-san wants his to go. I apologize once again for holding you up. Is there anything I can do to make it up to you?”

 

Kabuto smirked and grabbed Kagome's hand in his larger one. Bringing it slowly up to his lips, he kissed it, all the while staring into her eyes.

“Go out with me later today?”

 

Oh kami… his lips feel so soft against my hand…

“H-hai, Kabuto-san…”

 

He released Kagome's hand from his lips, shooting her a small smile.

“I'll meet you here at eight. Be prepared for a night on the town. And Kagome, it's Kabuto-kun.”

Kabuto turned and left, taking his oden with him.

 

Kagome stared awe-struck at his retreating form. She would have fainted if it wasn't for Naruto looking into his ramen and yelling.

“Aah there's something in my ramen!”

 

Kagome quickly fished the piece of paper out and gingerly unfolded it. It was another note from her secret admirer. She scanned it quickly and bit her lip.

 

 

Kagome,

If you want to find out who I am, meet me at the Ninja Academy at eight o'clock

sharp.

Till then my angel,

Your Secret Admirer

 

 

What do I do? I want to figure out who my secret admirer is, but I want to go out with Kabuto-kun too.

Kagome went through the rest of her day with the note and the feel of Kabuto's lips on her hand in her head. She chatted with the regulars and smiled at the customers. Taking numerous orders for food and ignoring many Konoha citizens hitting on her, seven o'clock came too quickly for Kagome.

“Teuchi-sama! May I be excused early today? I need to get ready for my…date…”

 

“Of course Kagome-chan. Have fun!”

 

Ayame popped up behind her waving smile and smiled at Kagome.

“Bye Kagome!” Have you find out who your secret admirer is?”

 

“Sadly, no. Good-bye Ayame-chan.”

Now, what to wear…do I go with Kabuto-kun or do I go see my secret admirer? Kabuto-kun asked me out and I want to go with him, but I also want to find out who my secret admirer is. I'm going with Kabuto-kun. I hope my secret admirer forgives me.

 

Kagome ran home to prepare and, forty-five minutes later, ran back the the Ichiraku Ramen shop. She bumped into Kabuto walking there and smiled at him.

“Kabuto-kun!”

 

Kabuto looked comfortable in a form-fitting long-sleeve shirt and black slacks. He raised a hand in greeting to Kagome.

“Hello beautiful.”

 

Kagome laughed and answered Kabuto back.

“I'm looking for my date. What do you want sir?”

 

He wrapped an arm around Kagome's waist.

“Why don't you ditch him and come with me baby? We can have a great time together.”

 

Kagome pushed his arm off her waist and backed off, pretending to be nonchalant.

“I'm sorry sir, but my date would kill me.”

 

Kabuto laughed and held his arm out to Kagome.

“I have reservations at a restaurant. We don't want to miss them, do we?

 

She playfully punched his arm, but linked her arm with his.

“They wouldn't happen to be at Ichiraku would they?”

 

“I'm hurt Kagome. Who do you think I am, Naruto-kun?”

 

Kagome just shook her head.

“So, where are we going?”

 

Kabuto brought out a blindfold and walked behind Kagome. He put it over her eyes and tied in securely. Bringing her closer to his chest, he wrapped his arms around her and whispered hotly into her ear.

“Trust me Kagome. I'll bring you there, but promise not to peek.”

 

All Kagome could do was nod.

Kabuto-kun…I'm glad I came with you instead of going with my secret admirer.

 

Kabuto smoothly steered Kagome left. After walking a few minutes, he made her go right, left, and left again. His masculine hands took the blindfold off of her gorgeous eyes.

“We're here Kagome-chan.”

 

The restaurant was on a cliff over-looking the beautiful, lush forests of Konoha. Kagome could make out the ocean just on the horizon.

“Kabuto-kun…it's gorgeous!”

 

Kabuto smiled at Kagome and took her hand in his. He led her into the restaurant and walked to the back. There was a patio in the back that overlooked Konoha.

 

Kagome's eyes were immediately drawn to the dazzling sunset. The sky was painted a beautiful rose pink, along with purples and blues. White clouds drifted lazily across the sky, as if they didn't have a care in the world.

“Kabuto-kun…”

 

He presented Kagome with a menu.

“What would you like to eat Kagome-chan?”

 

Kagome's eyes scanned down the menu and her lips split into a grin.

“The fettucini alfredo with chicken please!”

 

“Of course.”

Kabuto turned to their water.

“Buona sera (good evening in Italian). Vorrei ordinara ora (I would like to order now). Il alfredo il pollo (chicken alfredo) e la bistecca a media cottura (medium stake) per favore (please). Grazie (thank you in Italian).”

 

The waiter jotted down their order.

“Vuole qualcosa de bere (What would you like to drink)?”

 

Kabuto shot Kagome a smile.

“What would you like to drink Kagome?”

 

“Umm…coffee please.”

 

“Due caffe per piacere (two coffees please).”

 

“Naturalmente signore (of course sir).”

The waiter left to place their order in the kitchen.

 

Kagome watched the waiter go before turning questioningly to Kabuto.

“I didn't know you spoke Italian.”

 

“There's a lot of things you don't know about me bella (beautiful). We've only met today if you remember.”

 

“Huh? We did? Oh. It feels like I've known you forever though.”

 

Kabuto leaned slightly over the table and allowed his fingers the gently brush Kagome's cheek. His fingers journeyed downward to gently cup her chin.

“I know what you mean, Kagome-chan.”

 

“K-Kabuto…”

 

He raised an eyebrow.

“No `kun' this time?”

 

“No.”

 

The just stared at each other for a few minutes until the waiter returned with their order.

“Il alfredo for the signora e la bistecca a media cottura for the signore, correct?”

 

“Si signore. Grazie.”

 

The waiter nodded and left to take more orders and deliver more dishes.

 

Kagome took a bite of the alfredo and her eyes widened. She closed her eyes to savor the delicious taste.

“Mm…”

 

“Buon?”

 

Kagome nodded her head.

“Kabuto, this is amazing! Thank you so much for taking me here!”

 

“No Kagome, thank you for coming with me. I've always wanted to spend one night with you.”

 

 

“I'm glad I chose to come with you instead of going with my secret admirer.”

 

Kabuto sheepishly scratched the back of his head again.

 

Kagome had to stifle a squeal.

Ahhhh KAWAII!!!!!!

 

“About that…Kagome-chan, I'm your secret admirer.”

 

“K-Kabuto-kun?! How?”

 

“I've told you before, I've been watching you, seeing what an excellent kunoichi you've turned into. While watching you, love has struck my heart. I go through my life, wanting to see your smile and hear your voice every day of my life.”

 

“Then why did you ask me to meet you at Ichiraku Ramen and also give me the note to meet you at the Academy?”

 

Kabuto sighed and used his fork to put a piece of his steak into Kagome's mouth.

“I'm going there Kagome-chan.”

 

Kagome was going to say something but the steak was one of the most delicious things she had ever tasted. She just nodded at Kabuto and continued chewing, savoring the taste.

Kami this tastes so good…

 

“I wanted to see if you were going to honor your commitment to our date. If you went to see your secret admirer, you would have broken your promise to me.”

 

He's so crafty and smart. But I like that in a guy.

“I understand Kabuto-kun. I'm glad I chose to come with you.”

 

Kabuto took his hand away from Kagome's chin.

 

They soon finished their meal and then it was time for dessert.

 

“Kagome-chan? What kind of desert would you like?”

 

Kagome's face broke into a wide grin as she surveyed the desert menu.

“A chocolate gelato (Italian ice cream) please!”

 

“Why don't we take our desert to go? I still have some things I need to talk to you about.”

 

“Hai, Kabuto-kun!”

 

Kabuto took Kagome to his house and opened the door for her, letting her in first. He took the gelato out of the bag and handed it to Kagome.

“Here. Eat it before it melts.”

 

She sat on a couch and scooped a bit of the gelato.

“Kabuto-kun, do you want some?”

 

“I'll take some later Kagome-chan, arigato.”

 

Kagome put the gelato in her mouth.

 

Now's my chance.

Kabuto sat on the loveseat with Kagome and took her chin in his hands again. He gently teased her soft lips with his sculpted ones. They both knew it was pure seduction.

 

“Kabuto?”

 

His lips were inches away from hers. His hot breath hit her slightly swollen lips as they came out in soft pants. He laid a finger on Kagome's lips.

“Shh Kagome-chan.”

Kabuto's lips possessively captured Kagome's. His lips were needing and giving, with the barest hint of his tongue brushing her bottom lip.

 

Kagome literally melted into his arms. She planted her hands on his chest for support while her lips trembled and shook. Soon, the pressure became too much and she wrapped her arms around his neck.

 

Kabuto eventually pulled away from Kagome for breath. He rested his forehead on hers as they both tried to catch their breath.

“Kagome-chan, you're amazing.”

 

Burying her head into his neck, she leaned on him and closed her eyes contentedly.

“Aishiteru (I love you) Kabuto-kun.”

 

Kabuto traced the curve of Kagome's neck with the lightest touch.

“I love you too, Kagome-chan.”

 

She curled into his toned body.

“I still can't believe you were my secret admirer, when we never met before.”

 

“Call if love at first sight, if you will.”