With one leg dangling off the side of the roof, Kakashi Hatake appeared to be a man who had nothing of importance to do. With his left arm draped across his stomach, his right hand cradling his favorite series Icha Icha Paradise, Kakashi exuded relaxation. Much to his disappointment, Jiraiya said there would be a few more months before a new installment would hit the bookshelves. Kakashi did have students to talk to but in his mind, they could do with a bit of waiting in anticipation. More often than not, a shinobi spent most of his or her time waiting and being patient for the right time to attack or gain information from an enemy while hidden.
Iruka had asked him to come into class and say a few words about hard work and dedication but Kakashi knew the kids who needed to hear it, needed a good kick in rear, wouldn't care. And the others who didn't need a reminder, didn't need their time wasted by him. a simple Jounin. One of his new duties was to have Genin of his own, upon their graduation. That was approaching but teaching was something the silver haired man wasn't too worried about. He wanted to prepare any new ninja for the reality of going on missions. His old teammate Obito had died on a mission and had in turn, granted Kakashi the Sharingan. For a long time, Kakashi had struggled to live up to his father's legacy and to also embrace his own Ninja Way.
He was thankful he had people like Obito, Rin, Minato, Iruka, Guy and Airi in his life.
Flipping a page with his gloved thumb, Kakashi finally reached a point where he could stop. Even though he had read the book already, he still found it to be a good way to let his mind wander and relax. Closing the hardcover orange book, he pushed himself up and moved to dangle both legs over the edge of the Academy. With a quick slip, the man jumped down to the ground with ease, using his chakra to ensure he landed softly and safely. He slipped his book in his back pocket and slipped his hands into the pockets of his green plush vest. Walking back toward the heart of Konoha, Kakashi thought about how he might spend the rest of the day. It was quite nice out, which is why he found himself spending much of the morning perching on the roof avoiding noise and people.
But he wanted to do something fun.
Ever since he had heard about Guy and Airi's engagement, he had only seen Airi briefly in passing. Upon his newly appointed Jounin status he had been given a few interesting solo missions so he hadn't had much time to spend in the village. That said, he felt like he and Airi hadn't gotten a chance to really hang out like they used to. He and Guy still trained together when they had the time but Kakashi had yet to bring up the engagement around Guy. He was happy for his friend but didn't want to say too much on the matter, hoping that whatever happened, was for the best for both of his friends.
Deciding to finally go see Iruka and the class as promised, he headed into the school and went up to the second floor. From the sounds of it, the class was on a break so he quickly made his way to the lounge where Iruka was bound to be. To his surprise, he saw a certain blond who seemed intent on not letting her short stature get the better of her. Even if it meant falling over or getting hurt. He quietly walked up behind her as she was getting some plates down. Without hesitation, the man held out his arms, already knowing what was about to happen. Catching Airi, he held her before he carefully placed her feet back on the floor.
"You should let someone else do that, Airi." He said to her, his tone light and playful. "Someone taller perhaps." He added as he took the chair and set it back where it had been so no one teachers tripped over it. Kakashi glanced toward what treats she had set out. "I believe as a token for my heroism you might give me one on the house." Kakashi mused aloud. While he wasn't sure if she had time to chat or not, he was still glad to have gotten to see her. She made some deliveries so sometimes she wasn't in the shop. Soon several of the instructors enter the lounge and began to mingle, glad to have a tasty break. Kakashi lingered by Airi as Iruka approached them.
"Where have you been?" Iruka asked, more concerned than annoyed.
"Ahh. I overslept, I can still speak to the students if you'd like." Kakashi replied with a shrug. "I think it might be interesting if Airi said some words to the students too, so they know their path can change." He advised Iruka who looked to Airi, not sure if she had time once the lunch break was over.
