His confidence in the medics made her feel fuzzy inside. Something about choosing that path meant that she could really help people! Her first idea with the bakery was to make people smile by feeding them and now, when she decides to return, she knew she had the support of her friend. Her beaming smile said that she really appreciated his kindness towards her choice.

“You do realize that teaching Naruto how to paint properly would just mean more lucrative designs on the Hokage’s faces. Maybe some misplaced mustaches, giant kissy lips, buck-teeth; the possibilities are endless.” She couldn’t argue with the fact that it was a good idea but at the same time, it was an idea that it could be taken in the line of ‘evil’ as well. “Then again, Ana is very scary when it comes to make sure her paintings and talents are not wasted… I think between your bribery and Ana’s threatening Naruto might be able to stay on the right track.”

A small laugh left her and one more than one occasion she had stepped on her sister’s brushes, backed into a painting she was working on or threw away something that looked like it was messed up. Only to have brunette ball of fury come at her with swings and rage. Ever since then, she never got near Ana while she was painting. 

Then there was his comment about helping her with any of the factors she had mentioned. Her head jerked in surprise and her gaze moved quickly to Kakashi’s face. His expression, even behind his mask, said he meant it and she felt her heart pound against her ribcage. This man’s dedication to those he cared about was commendable and admirable. Face on fire again, she buried it in the nap of his neck and shoulder while giving him a hug from behind. “Thank you.”  She said softly to him. 

[color=yellow]“IS HE ALWAYS LATE! IT’S BEEN TWO HOURS?!” Naruto’s voice echoed through the forest area full of annoyance at a volume that the Village Hidden in the Sand could probably hear him.[/color]

“Sorry…” Airi said quietly as she pulled her face from him. “I didn’t mean to make you more late, especially by asking you to slow down…”